St. John's Defeats Baylor in High-Scoring Clash
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 4:30 PM ET · Michelob ULTRA Arena
St. John's Red Storm 96, Baylor Bears 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won St. John's Red Storm vs Baylor Bears?
St. John's Red Storm beat Baylor Bears 96-81 at Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in St. John's Red Storm vs Baylor Bears?
St. John's Red Storm were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the Michelob ULTRA Arena, the St. John's Red Storm triumphed over the Baylor Bears with a final score of 96-81. This victory highlights St. John's strong offensive capabilities, as they averaged 87.2 points over their last ten games, demonstrating their ability to score efficiently. The Red Storm entered the game with a record of 4-2, while the Bears had a record of 4-1, making this contest a significant early-season clash between two competitive teams.
The Baylor Bears came into the game riding a four-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Creighton Bluejays 81-74, the Tarleton State Texans 94-81, the Washington Huskies 78-69, and the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 96-81. During their last ten games, they posted a record of 7-3, averaging 75.3 points scored and allowing 69.0 points. At home, their record was strong at 6-1, while they struggled on the road with a 1-2 record. In their last five games, the Bears averaged 84.6 points scored and allowed 76.2, indicating a potent offense but also some defensive vulnerabilities.
On the other hand, St. John's had a recent record of 8-2, though they entered this game on a one-game losing streak after narrowly falling to the Iowa State Cyclones 82-83. Their scoring prowess was evident as they averaged 87.2 points in their last ten games while allowing 70.0 points. The Red Storm's away record stood at 1-0, and they showcased their offensive strength with a recent average of 95.2 points scored in their last five games, while conceding 73.8 points.
In their previous meeting earlier in the season, St. John's narrowly edged Baylor with a score of 99-98, establishing a competitive rivalry between the two teams. This game added another chapter to that rivalry, with St. John's now holding a 2-0 record against Baylor in the current season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability, but both teams appeared to be at full strength for this encounter. The market had St. John's favored by 5.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 159.5 points. The odds indicated a strong belief in St. John's ability to secure a win, reflected in their moneyline of -270, while Baylor was priced at +220.
The game conditions were conducive to an exciting matchup, and the scoring plays reflected the high-paced nature of the contest. Key moments included Dillon Mitchell's two-point tip shot, which contributed to St. John's lead in the second half, and several free throws made by Cameron Carr that further extended their advantage. Ian Jackson also played a crucial role with a layup assisted by Mitchell, showcasing the team's teamwork and offensive execution.
As the game progressed, Baylor attempted to close the gap, but St. John's maintained their composure and continued to score effectively. Tounde Yessoufou's three-point jumper in the second half highlighted the Red Storm's ability to stretch the floor and keep the pressure on the Bears.
Overall, this game underscored the offensive capabilities of St. John's while revealing some defensive lapses from Baylor. The final score of 96-81 not only reflects the outcome but also emphasizes the high-scoring nature of college basketball, making this matchup one worth noting in the early part of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SJU -5.5 | 159.5 o -115 / u -105 | St. John's Red Storm -270 · Baylor Bears +220 |
Leaders
- PointsCameron Carr27Baylor Bears
- AssistsMichael Rataj4Baylor Bears
- ReboundsMichael Rataj12Baylor Bears
- PointsBryce Hopkins26St. John's Red Storm
- AssistsDillon Mitchell6St. John's Red Storm
- ReboundsDillon Mitchell6St. John's Red Storm
Recent form
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 7-3Streak W475.3 scored · 69 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W81-74vs Creighton BluejaysNov 24
- W94-81vs Tarleton State TexansNov 15
- W78-69vs Washington HuskiesNov 10
- W96-81vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 4
- L74-76at Texas Tech Red RaidersMar 13
- W70-56vs Kansas State WildcatsMar 12
- L61-65vs Houston CougarsMar 9
- W61-58at TCU Horned FrogsMar 5
- W71-61vs Oklahoma State CowboysMar 2
- L67-69at Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 26
St. John's Red Storm
Last 10: 8-2Streak L187.2 scored · 70 allowed per game1-0 away
- L82-83vs Iowa State CyclonesNov 24
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | St. John's Red Storm | Baylor Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-61 | 29-78 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 11-22 | 8-25 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 32 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 26 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 22 |
| Assists | 19 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 2 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 24 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 36 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half63-45Joson Sanon made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-47Dan Skillings Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-47Dillon Mitchell made Dunk. Assisted by Bryce Hopkins.
- 2nd Half65-48Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-49Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-50Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-50Oziyah Sellers made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryce Hopkins.
- 2nd Half68-52Tounde Yessoufou made Layup. Assisted by Dan Skillings Jr..
- 2nd Half68-53Tounde Yessoufou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-53Ruben Prey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-53Bryce Hopkins made Dunk. Assisted by Ruben Prey.
- 2nd Half71-54Isaac Williams IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-55Isaac Williams IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-57Tounde Yessoufou made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-58Tounde Yessoufou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-58Dillon Mitchell made Dunk. Assisted by Ruben Prey.
- 2nd Half74-58Dillon Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-58Bryce Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dillon Mitchell.
- 2nd Half78-58Oziyah Sellers made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-58Oziyah Sellers made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-60Cameron Carr made Dunk. Assisted by Michael Rataj.
- 2nd Half82-60Ian Jackson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dillon Mitchell.
- 2nd Half82-62Dan Skillings Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Michael Rataj.
- 2nd Half84-62Dillon Mitchell made Dunk. Assisted by Ian Jackson.
- 2nd Half84-64Michael Rataj made Jumper.
- 2nd Half86-64Ruben Prey made Jumper.
- 2nd Half87-64Dillon Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-66Caden Powell made Layup.
- 2nd Half87-69Tounde Yessoufou made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Rataj.
- 2nd Half89-69Zuby Ejiofor made Jumper.
- 2nd Half89-72Cameron Carr made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half89-75Cameron Carr made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Obi Agbim.
- 2nd Half91-75Dillon Mitchell made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half91-76Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half91-77Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-77Ian Jackson made Layup. Assisted by Dillon Mitchell.
- 2nd Half93-78Caden Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half95-78Zuby Ejiofor made Layup. Assisted by Dillon Mitchell.
- 2nd Half96-78Ian Jackson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half96-81Tounde Yessoufou made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Baylor Bears, below favours St. John's Red Storm.
Venue
- Michelob ULTRA ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance2807
- OfficialsVerne Harris, Brian O'Connell, Tommy Johnson
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