The NCAA Tournament first-round matchup is set between the No. 3 seed Florida Gators and St. John's Red Storm on Thursday at a yet to be determined time. Florida's recent loss to Ole Miss saw Aliyah Matharu score 24 points, while St. John's, led by Jillian Archer's 16 points, fell to Georgetown. Florida boasts a +4 scoring margin per game, scoring 75.1 points on average, while St. John's has a +1.8 scoring margin, averaging 59.5 points.

The Big Picture

This game highlights the contrasting offensive performances of Florida and St. John's, with Florida struggling to maintain its season scoring average in recent games.

By the Numbers
  • Florida averages 75.1 points per game and allows 71.1 points per game.
  • St. John's averages 59.5 points per game and gives up 57.7 points per game.
State of Play
  • Florida Gators are the No. 3 seed in the tournament.
  • The game will be played at the Exactech Arena in Gainesville, Florida.
  • St. John's Red Storm is looking to bounce back from a recent defeat.
What's Next

Keep an eye on how both teams perform in the tournament and if they can maintain their scoring averages to secure a victory.

Bottom Line

As Florida and St. John's gear up for their first-round clash, the game's outcome may hinge on their offensive efficiency and ability to meet their scoring averages.