The Red Storm has all the makings of a Final Four contender.

I expect them to dominate Omaha on Thursday, attacking the Mavericks at the rim. St. John's ranks 38th nationally in near-proximity shot attempt rate, 2nd in quick points off offensive rebounds, and 3rd in second-chance conversion percentage. Omaha ranks 247th in average opponent near-proximity shooting percentage. The Johnnies have several downhill scorers who make a living getting to the rim and a dominant big man in Zuby Ejiofor. Defensively, the Johnnies will shine, pummeling the Mavericks on the boards (61st in defensive rebounding) and forcing them into costly turnovers (6th in forced turnovers).

Bet on St. John's to win big and cover the spread.