The No. 15 Baylor Bears (3-1) face off against the No. 21 St. John’s Red Storm (4-0) on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET. Baylor aims to extend their three-game winning streak after a dominating 104-41 victory over Tarleton State, with standout performances from Jalen Celestine and VJ Edgecombe. Meanwhile, St. John’s is coming off an 85-71 win against New Mexico, led by RJ Luis and Deivon Smith. Both teams have shown strong performances this season, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Baylor averaged 104 points in their last game, with Jalen Celestine scoring 20 points.
  • St. John's is undefeated this season, winning all four games, with RJ Luis averaging a double-double in their latest victory.
State of Play
  • Baylor seeks to build momentum from their recent wins.
  • St. John's attempts to maintain their perfect start against ranked opponents.
What's Next

Following this matchup, Baylor will look to move up in the rankings with more challenging games ahead, while St. John's aims to solidify their standing in the top 25 with potential impact on postseason positioning.

Bottom Line

This game not only showcases two competitive ranked teams but could also influence the future rankings significantly. Both teams need a strong performance to sustain their momentum going forward.