The Villanova Wildcats have had a disappointing season so far, posting a 9-10 record and are 3-5 in the Big East. The St. John's Red Storm is 13-6 this season and are also 3-5 in the Big East. The Wildcats have won two of their last five games while the Red Storm has won two in a row. Villanova is putting up 71.4 points a game, tanking 180th. On the defensive side, they are giving up 69.4 points. St. Johns is putting up 79.3 points a game, ranking 36th. On the defensive side, they are giving up 72.4 points a game. Villanova took the first game between the two but since then St. Johns is playing better and Villanova has taken a step back. The Red Storm have a more high-powered offense. Villanova has allowed teams to shoot 65% in the paint and St. Johns has an inside-dominant offense. The Red Storm will take this game with their offensive advantages and
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