Creighton Bluejays vs St. John’s Red Storm NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/21

The Creighton Bluejays will take on the #17 St. John’s Red Storm on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Madison Square Garden. This Big East Conference game is set for 12:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on FOX. St. John’s is the favorite with a spread of -12.5, while Creighton is the underdog with a spread of +12.5.

Creighton enters the game with a regular season record of 14-13, struggling on the road with a 3-8 record. St. John’s has performed well this season, holding a 21-5 record and a strong home record of 13-3. The Red Storm’s moneyline is set at -1112, while the Bluejays’ moneyline is at +640. The over/under for the game is 153.5 points.

Creighton Bluejays vs St. John’s Red Storm Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Creighton Bluejays vs #17 St. John’s Red Storm
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York NY
  • Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Creighton Spread: +12.5 (-110)
    • St. John’s Spread: -12.5 (-110)
    • Creighton MoneyLine: +640
    • St. John’s MoneyLine: -1112
    • Over: 153.5 (-110)
    • Under: 153.5 (-115)

Creighton Bluejays Team Preview

The Creighton Bluejays recently had a mixed performance in their games. They won against the Connecticut Huskies with a score of 91-84. Josh Dix played well, scoring 21 points and grabbing 8 rebounds.

In another game, the Bluejays faced a tough loss against the Villanova Wildcats, 80-69. Josh Dix and Nik Graves showed their skills with 14 and 15 points respectively. However, their efforts were not enough to secure a win.

Creighton’s away record stands at 3-8, which shows their struggles on the road. Offensively, they average 76.6 points per game. Their three-point shooting ranks 51st in the nation, making an average of 10.1 threes per game.

St. John’s Red Storm Team Preview

St. John’s Red Storm is having a strong season with a 21-5 record. They are ranked 17th in the AP poll and play in the Big East Conference. At home, they have been solid with a 13-3 record.

The team averages 84 points per game, making them a high-scoring squad. They attempt about 62 field goals per game and have a field goal percentage of 45.9%. Their free throw shooting is also effective, with nearly 20 made per game.

Players like Zuby Ejiofor and Bryce Hopkins are key contributors. Ejiofor leads with 16 points per game, while Hopkins adds 14 points per game. The team has been strong in recent games, winning their last three and maintaining a 100% record in their last 10 games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, taking Creighton at +12.5 (-110) seems reasonable. While St. John’s scores more points per game, Creighton’s effective field goal percentage ranks higher at 54.4% compared to St. John’s 51.8%. Creighton’s shooting efficiency could help them stay within the spread, even if they do not win outright. The projected score is St. John’s 84, Creighton 76.

For the over/under, the under at 153.5 (-115) looks like a good choice. Creighton’s pace is slower, with 67 possessions per game, which might limit scoring opportunities. St. John’s may push the pace, but Creighton’s style can keep the total under the line. The projected total score is 160, suggesting a slight lean towards the under.