St. John's Defeats Georgetown 95-83 in NCAAB Clash
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena
St. John's Red Storm 95, Georgetown Hoyas 83, 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 Georgetown Hoyas?
St. John's Red Storm beat Georgetown Hoyas 95-83 at Capital One Arena on December 31, 2025.
Who was favored in St. John's Red Storm vs Georgetown Hoyas?
St. John's Red Storm were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Capital One Arena, the St. John's Red Storm secured a 95-83 victory over the Georgetown Hoyas. This win marks St. John's continued dominance over Georgetown, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 this season, having previously defeated the Hoyas 66-41 and 63-58 in earlier meetings. The victory also reflects St. John's strong form, as they have now won seven of their last ten games, boasting an average of 82.6 points scored and allowing 68.3 points during this stretch.
Georgetown, while holding a home record of 9-5, has had a mixed performance recently, going 6-4 in their last ten games. Their scoring average in this period is 79.4 points, with an average of 75.7 points allowed. Despite a recent win against Coppin State, the Hoyas have struggled against stronger opponents, and their last five games show a record of 3-2, with an average of 77.8 points scored and 73.0 points allowed.
The game started with both teams showing intensity, but St. John's quickly established a lead that they maintained throughout. The Red Storm's offensive prowess was evident, particularly in the second half, where they continued to build on their lead. Key players like KJ Lewis contributed significantly, making crucial free throws and a step-back jumper that kept Georgetown at bay. The Hoyas attempted to rally back, with Malik Mack hitting a three-pointer late in the game, but it was not enough to close the gap.
In terms of injuries, both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing for an exciting matchup with all key players available. The market had set the odds with St. John's favored by 8.5 points according to DraftKings, reflecting their strong away record of 6-1 and recent form.
The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-scoring game, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The total points line was set at 152.5, which was surpassed by the final score of 178 points combined.
Viewers should note the effective shooting from St. John's, particularly from beyond the arc, as they consistently found open looks. Georgetown, on the other hand, will need to reassess their defensive strategies after allowing a high scoring output from their opponents. Overall, this matchup highlighted the strengths of St. John's as they continue to assert their dominance in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SJU -8.5 | 152.5 o -105 / u -115 | St. John's Red Storm -380 · Georgetown Hoyas +300 |
Leaders
- PointsKJ Lewis27Georgetown Hoyas
- AssistsMalik Mack8Georgetown Hoyas
- ReboundsJayden Fort8Georgetown Hoyas
- PointsZuby Ejiofor25St. John's Red Storm
- AssistsZuby Ejiofor7St. John's Red Storm
- ReboundsZuby Ejiofor10St. John's Red Storm
Recent form
Georgetown Hoyas
Last 10: 6-4Streak W179.4 scored · 75.7 allowed per game5-2 at home
- W97-67vs Coppin State EaglesDec 22
- L77-80vs Xavier MusketeersDec 21
- W78-69at Marquette Golden EaglesDec 18
- W76-68vs Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 13
- L61-81at North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 7
- W90-81vs UMBC RetrieversDec 4
- L65-78vs Miami HurricanesNov 29
- L79-84at Dayton FlyersNov 28
- W92-75vs Wagner SeahawksNov 22
- W79-74vs Clemson TigersNov 15
St. John's Red Storm
Last 10: 7-3Streak W182.6 scored · 68.3 allowed per game1-2 away
- W85-59vs Harvard CrimsonDec 23
- L66-78at Kentucky WildcatsDec 20
- W79-66vs DePaul Blue DemonsDec 17
- W91-64vs Iona GaelsDec 13
- W63-58vs Ole Miss RebelsDec 7
- L74-85at Auburn TigersNov 27
- W96-81at Baylor BearsNov 25
- L82-83vs Iowa State CyclonesNov 24
- W97-49vs Bucknell BisonNov 21
- W93-60vs William & Mary TribeNov 15
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 | St. John's Red Storm | Georgetown Hoyas |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-60 | 28-61 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 15-27 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 56 | 43 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 19 |
| Assists | 20 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 24 |
| Fouls | 19 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 67 | 28 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-49Joson Sanon makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryce Hopkins assists)
- 2nd Half58-51Jayden Fort makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-51Zuby Ejiofor makes layup
- 2nd Half61-51Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-51Joson Sanon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-51Joson Sanon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Caleb Williams makes layup (Malik Mack assists)
- 2nd Half63-56Malik Mack makes 25-foot three point jumper (Langston Love assists)
- 2nd Half65-56Dillon Mitchell makes layup
- 2nd Half65-58Jeremiah Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-58Dylan Darling makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
- 2nd Half70-58Dillon Mitchell makes 7-foot hook shot (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
- 2nd Half73-58Dylan Darling makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half73-59KJ Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-60KJ Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-60Zuby Ejiofor makes 3-foot dunk (Dillon Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half75-62KJ Lewis makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Malik Mack assists)
- 2nd Half75-64Malik Mack makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-64Dylan Darling makes driving layup (Bryce Hopkins assists)
- 2nd Half77-67Langston Love makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malik Mack assists)
- 2nd Half80-67Oziyah Sellers makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zuby Ejiofor assists)
- 2nd Half83-67Joson Sanon makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dylan Darling assists)
- 2nd Half83-68Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-69Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-69Bryce Hopkins makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half88-69Ian Jackson makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half89-69Bryce Hopkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-69Bryce Hopkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half91-69Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-71KJ Lewis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half91-72Isaiah Abraham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-73Isaiah Abraham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half93-73Bryce Hopkins makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half93-74KJ Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half93-75KJ Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half93-77KJ Lewis makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half94-77Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half95-77Zuby Ejiofor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half95-80Malik Mack makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half95-83KJ Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgetown Hoyas, below favours St. John's Red Storm.
Venue
- Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance4493
- OfficialsJames Breeding, Roger Ayers, Nathan Farrell
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