NCAAB · Final

St. John's Edges Georgetown in Close Contest

Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

St. John's Red Storm 72, Georgetown Hoyas 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Georgetown Hoyas vs St. John's Red Storm?

St. John's Red Storm beat Georgetown Hoyas 72-69 at Madison Square Garden on March 3, 2026.

Who was favored in Georgetown Hoyas vs St. John's Red Storm?

St. John's Red Storm were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup at Madison Square Garden, the St. John's Red Storm narrowly defeated the Georgetown Hoyas with a final score of 72-69. This victory marks a continuation of St. John's strong performance this season, as they concluded the regular season with a home record of 24-6, while Georgetown finished at 13-17 overall. The game showcased the intensity of college basketball, with both teams fighting hard for a crucial win.

St. John's entered the game with a commendable recent form, having won nine of their last ten games, including a decisive 89-57 victory over Villanova just days prior on March 1. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 78.1 points per game, while allowing an average of 68.3 points. The Red Storm's last five games saw them maintain a record of 4-1, scoring an average of 73.0 points and allowing 64.0 points, demonstrating their offensive strength and defensive resilience.

In contrast, Georgetown struggled in their recent outings, losing their last six games leading up to this matchup. Their record over the last ten games stood at 4-6, with an average of 73.2 points scored and 74.1 points allowed. The Hoyas' last five games were particularly challenging, as they failed to secure a win, averaging 71.0 points while conceding 78.0 points.

The home advantage played a significant role in St. John's performance, as they boasted a perfect home record of 5-0 in their last five home games. Georgetown, on the other hand, had a more balanced away record of 2-3, which highlights the difficulties they faced when playing on the road.

Historically, St. John's has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Georgetown, winning all three of their last encounters. This includes a 95-83 victory earlier in the season on January 1, 2026, and a 66-41 win on January 28, 2025. The consistency in their head-to-head record added an extra layer of pressure on Georgetown as they sought to turn the tide in this rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of key players often influences the outcome in such close games. St. John's was favored heavily by the betting market, with DraftKings listing them at -15.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -1800, while Georgetown was at +1000 on the moneyline. The total for the game was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations for a competitive scoring affair.

The conditions at Madison Square Garden were ideal for a college basketball game, with a vibrant atmosphere that often energizes players and fans alike. Viewers were treated to a back-and-forth contest, with notable scoring plays that kept the excitement alive until the final whistle. Key moments included Zuby Ejiofor's layup that brought Georgetown within four points and Kayvaun Mulready's three-pointer that narrowed the gap further.

As the game progressed, St. John's managed to maintain their composure in the closing moments, with critical free throws from Bryce Hopkins sealing the victory. The final minutes highlighted the pressure of the game, showcasing the skills and determination of both teams as they battled for every point.

In conclusion, this matchup between St. John's and Georgetown was a testament to the competitive spirit of college basketball. St. John's emerged victorious, reinforcing their strong season and continuing their dominance over Georgetown in recent meetings. The game not only showcased the talent on both sides but also the unpredictability and excitement that makes college basketball a thrilling spectacle.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SJU -15.5	148.5 o -110 / u -110	Georgetown Hoyas +1000 · St. John's Red Storm -1800

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Leaders

PointsZuby Ejiofor23St. John's Red Storm
AssistsDillon Mitchell6St. John's Red Storm
ReboundsZuby Ejiofor7St. John's Red Storm
PointsKayvaun Mulready20Georgetown Hoyas
AssistsMalik Mack5Georgetown Hoyas
ReboundsKayvaun Mulready7Georgetown Hoyas

Recent form

St. John's Red Storm

Last 10: 9-1Streak W178.1 scored · 68.3 allowed per game5-0 at home

W89-57vs Villanova WildcatsMar 1
L40-72at UConn HuskiesFeb 26
W81-52vs Creighton BluejaysFeb 21
W76-70at Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 19
W79-69at Providence FriarsFeb 14
W87-82vs Xavier MusketeersFeb 9
W81-72vs UConn HuskiesFeb 7
W68-56at DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 4
W92-70vs Butler BulldogsJan 29
W88-83at Xavier MusketeersJan 24

Georgetown Hoyas

Last 10: 4-6Streak L673.2 scored · 74.1 allowed per game2-3 away

L84-91at Xavier MusketeersFeb 28
L60-76vs Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 25
L47-51at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 21
L89-93vs Butler BulldogsFeb 18
L75-79at UConn HuskiesFeb 15
L73-80vs Villanova WildcatsFeb 7
W76-68vs Creighton BluejaysFeb 5
W77-64at Butler BulldogsJan 31
W70-61vs DePaul Blue DemonsJan 29
W81-78at Providence FriarsJan 24

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Georgetown Hoyas	St. John's Red Storm
Field goals	27-56	26-66
Field goal %	48	39
Three-pointers	5-16	6-28
Three-point %	31	21
Free throws	10-15	14-19
Free throw %	67	74
Rebounds	34	40
Offensive rebounds	7	15
Defensive rebounds	27	25
Assists	17	22
Steals	3	8
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	14	9
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	13
Fast-break points	6	6
Points in the paint	32	38
Fouls	18	9
Largest lead	12	5
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	80	19

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-34Kayvaun Mulready makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half43-34Kayvaun Mulready makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half44-34Kayvaun Mulready makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half44-36Zuby Ejiofor makes layup (Bryce Hopkins assists)
2nd Half46-36Jeremiah Williams makes 21-foot jumper
2nd Half48-36Malik Mack makes layup
2nd Half48-37Ruben Prey makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-39Ian Jackson makes driving layup (Dillon Mitchell assists)
2nd Half48-40Ian Jackson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half50-40Vince Iwuchukwu makes 1-foot dunk (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half50-43Joson Sanon makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ruben Prey assists)
2nd Half50-45Dillon Mitchell makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half52-45Malik Mack makes driving layup (Jayden Fort assists)
2nd Half52-48Joson Sanon makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dillon Mitchell assists)
2nd Half54-48Malik Mack makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Kayvaun Mulready assists)
2nd Half55-48Malik Mack makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-49Joson Sanon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-50Joson Sanon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-52Zuby Ejiofor makes layup
2nd Half55-53Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-53Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-53Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-54Dylan Darling makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-55Dylan Darling makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-56Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-57Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-59Dylan Darling makes driving layup
2nd Half57-61Joson Sanon makes 22-foot jumper (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
2nd Half59-61Kayvaun Mulready makes driving layup (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half60-61Kayvaun Mulready makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-64Joson Sanon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
2nd Half62-64Caleb Williams makes layup
2nd Half62-66Zuby Ejiofor makes layup (Dylan Darling assists)
2nd Half65-66Kayvaun Mulready makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half65-68Oziyah Sellers makes layup (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
2nd Half65-70Joson Sanon makes driving layup (Dillon Mitchell assists)
2nd Half67-70Malik Mack makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half69-70Jeremiah Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half69-71Bryce Hopkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-72Bryce Hopkins makes free throw 2 of 2