Villanova 79-86 St John's Red Storm

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For this NCAA match, BetFTW's top pick is Villanova to win, with a 58% model probability. We also predict Villanova to win with -2.5 handicap at 52%.

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Bet For The Win

  1. Pick 1 Villanova to win L Settled - pick not won.
    Event probability
    58%
    Stake Low 24.4/100
    Odds 2.25 Bwin Recorded P/L -24.40
    Best odds 2.25 Bwin
  2. Pick 2 Villanova to win with -2.5 handicap L Settled - pick not won.
    Event probability
    52%
    Stake Low 20.0/100
    Odds 2.50 Stake.com Recorded P/L -20.00
    Best odds 2.50 Stake.com
  3. Pick 3 Total score over 148.0 W Settled - pick won.
    Event probability
    60%
    Stake Low 17.9/100
    Odds 1.95 Fezbet Recorded P/L +17.00
    Best odds 1.95 Fezbet
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Match analysis

Villanova vs St John's Red Storm prediction review

NCAA action on Sunday, 18 January 2026 included Villanova against St John's Red Storm, a match that finished 79-86.

BetFTW's model rates Villanova to win as the leading prediction for the event, with an estimated probability of 58%. BetFTW records odds of 2.25 for the selection, alongside a Low recommended stake rating. The selection was settled as a losing pick.

Another available betting angle for the event comes from the spread market. For this market, Villanova to win with -2.5 handicap carries a 52% model probability and latest recorded odds of 2.50. While Villanova to win is the higher-probability selection, Villanova to win with -2.5 handicap provides an additional prediction for a different market. The selection was settled as a losing pick.

No difference is shown between the best and latest recorded odds, which both stand at 2.25. Published prediction data remains visible after settlement, including the model probability, recorded prices, stake and outcome.