Iowa State Holds Off St. John's in Thrilling Finish
Monday, November 24, 2025, 4:30 PM ET · Michelob ULTRA Arena
Iowa State Cyclones 83, St. John's Red Storm 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Iowa State Cyclones vs St. John's Red Storm?
Iowa State Cyclones beat St. John's Red Storm 83-82 at Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 24, 2025.
In a nail-biting finish, the Iowa State Cyclones edged the St. John's Red Storm 83-82 in a closely contested matchup at the Michelob ULTRA Arena. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the Cyclones' perfect away record of 5-0, while the Red Storm held a home record of 3-2.
Both teams entered the game with impressive recent form. St. John's had a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 86.6 points scored while allowing 68.7 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them score an average of 95.2 points, highlighting their offensive prowess. In contrast, Iowa State also demonstrated strong form, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and a four-game winning streak leading into this contest. They averaged 86.0 points scored and allowed 68.7 points in that span, with their last five games averaging 94.8 points scored.
Home advantage played a role for St. John's, who had a home record of 7-1 this season. However, Iowa State's away record of 1-2 suggested they had faced challenges on the road, making their victory even more significant. The matchup was also a rematch of previous encounters, although specific past results were not detailed in the block.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, indicating both teams were likely at full strength, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market had not favored St. John's, as their win probability at the end of the game was 0.0, indicating that Iowa State was the clear favorite according to the odds.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere in the Michelob ULTRA Arena was undoubtedly charged, with both teams fighting for supremacy.
As the game unfolded, the scoring plays were pivotal in determining the outcome. Key moments included free throws by Bryce Hopkins and Joshua Jefferson for Iowa State, as well as crucial three-pointers from Oziyah Sellers that kept St. John's in contention. The back-and-forth scoring in the second half highlighted the intensity of the matchup, culminating in a layup by Dillon Mitchell that secured the victory for Iowa State.
Fans watching the game would have noted the high-scoring nature of both teams, with St. John's consistently pushing the pace and Iowa State responding effectively. The thrilling conclusion, characterized by clutch performances and strategic plays, made this fixture a memorable encounter in the NCAAB season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | — | 159.5 o -105 / u — | Iowa State Cyclones — · St. John's Red Storm — |
Leaders
- PointsOziyah Sellers20St. John's Red Storm
- AssistsZuby Ejiofor5St. John's Red Storm
- ReboundsZuby Ejiofor9St. John's Red Storm
- PointsMilan Momcilovic23Iowa State Cyclones
- AssistsTamin Lipsey5Iowa State Cyclones
- ReboundsJoshua Jefferson8Iowa State Cyclones
Recent form
St. John's Red Storm
Last 10: 9-1Streak W286.6 scored · 68.7 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W97-49vs Bucknell BisonNov 21
- W93-60vs William & Mary TribeNov 15
- L96-103vs Alabama Crimson TideNov 8
- W108-74vs Quinnipiac BobcatsNov 3
- W82-66vs Creighton BluejaysMar 15
- W79-63vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 14
- W78-57vs Butler BulldogsMar 13
- W86-84at Marquette Golden EaglesMar 8
- W71-61vs Seton Hall PiratesMar 1
- W76-70at Butler BulldogsFeb 27
Iowa State Cyclones
Last 10: 7-3Streak W486 scored · 68.7 allowed per game1-2 away
- W96-57vs Stonehill SkyhawksNov 18
- W96-80vs Mississippi State BulldogsNov 11
- W102-62vs Grambling TigersNov 7
- W88-50vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 4
- L92-96at BYU CougarsMar 13
- W76-56vs Cincinnati BearcatsMar 12
- W73-57at Kansas State WildcatsMar 8
- L85-88vs BYU CougarsMar 5
- W84-67vs Arizona WildcatsMar 2
- L68-74at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 26
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
| 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 | Iowa State Cyclones | St. John's Red Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 26-60 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 35 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 23-30 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 24 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-51Oziyah Sellers made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-51Milan Momcilovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tamin Lipsey.
- 2nd Half56-51Killyan Toure made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-53Zuby Ejiofor made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-53Joshua Jefferson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tamin Lipsey.
- 2nd Half59-54Zuby Ejiofor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-55Zuby Ejiofor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-55Joshua Jefferson made Layup. Assisted by Milan Momcilovic.
- 2nd Half62-55Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-58Oziyah Sellers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joson Sanon.
- 2nd Half62-60Dillon Mitchell made Layup. Assisted by Dylan Darling.
- 2nd Half62-62Dillon Mitchell made Dunk. Assisted by Zuby Ejiofor.
- 2nd Half64-62Jamarion Batemon made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-63Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-64Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-66Dillon Mitchell made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half64-67Dylan Darling made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-68Dylan Darling made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-68Tamin Lipsey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-68Tamin Lipsey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-69Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-70Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-70Milan Momcilovic made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-72Zuby Ejiofor made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half69-72Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-72Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-72Blake Buchanan made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half74-72Nate Heise made Layup. Assisted by Tamin Lipsey.
- 2nd Half75-72Nate Heise made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-72Blake Buchanan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-72Blake Buchanan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-73Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-74Bryce Hopkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-74Blake Buchanan made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-77Oziyah Sellers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ian Jackson.
- 2nd Half79-80Oziyah Sellers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dillon Mitchell.
- 2nd Half81-80Milan Momcilovic made Layup. Assisted by Blake Buchanan.
- 2nd Half82-80Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-80Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-82Dillon Mitchell made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours St. John's Red Storm, below favours Iowa State Cyclones.
Venue
- Michelob ULTRA ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, Randy McCall, Greg Evans
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