The Iona Gaels take on the #13 ranked St. John's Red Storm in a non-conference regular season game. The game is set to be played at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action live on Peac.
Iona enters the game with a 2-0 record, having secured wins at home against NJIT and Vermont. Kevon Vanderhorst has been a key contributor, delivering solid performances in both outings. The Gaels will look to maintain their momentum as they face a tough opponent in St. John's.
St. John's, currently ranked #13, holds a 1-0 record after defeating Monmouth in their season opener. Keyshawn Hall stood out in that game, scoring 26 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. The Red Storm will aim to continue their strong start to the season against Iona.
St. John's vs Iona At a Glance
- Game Matchup: Iona Gaels vs #13 St. John's Red Storm
- Game Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York NY
- TV Channel: Peac
- Game Date & Time: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
- St. John's Record: 1-0 in 2027 Regular Season
- Iona Record: 2-0 in 2027 Regular Season
St. John's Red Storm: A Closer Look at Their Season Performance
Offensive Overview
St. John's Red Storm has been putting up 78.0 points per game. This places them in the 211th position in scoring. Their offense averages 73.6 possessions per game.
The team attempts 62.0 field goals per game. Their shooting accuracy is 41.9%, which ranks them 270th. The effective field goal percentage stands at 46.8%.
Inside the Arc
St. John's focuses on 2-point shots, attempting 42.0 per game. Their success rate for these shots is 47.6%. This percentage ranks them 298th in the league.
The team makes 6.0 three-pointers each game. Their attempts for three-point shots are 20.0 per game, with a 30.0% success rate.
Key Players
Keyshawn Hall leads the team with an impressive 26.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. Ian Jackson contributes 15.0 points per game. Quinn Ellis adds to the playmaking with 7.0 assists per game.
Tounde Yessoufou also adds value with 12.0 points and 5.0 rebounds per game. These players are essential to the team's success on the court.
Defense and Rebounding
Defensively, the Red Storm manages 14.0 steals and 3.0 blocks per game. The team commits 13.0 turnovers each game. They also average 16.0 fouls per game.
The team gathers 40.0 rebounds per game, which helps maintain possession. Their rebounding performance ranks 139th in the league.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Iona Gaels: A Look at Their Current Season and Performance
Offensive Overview
Iona Gaels currently averages 64.0 points per game, placing them towards the lower end in scoring. They have a field goal percentage of 46.4, which shows they can make shots efficiently. However, their possession rate is low, with 62.6 possessions per game.
Their effective field goal percentage stands at 52.7, reflecting a balanced mix of two-point and three-point shots. The team makes about 7.5 three-pointers per game, but attempts relatively few, with only 21.5 attempts per game.
Defensive Metrics
On the defensive side, the Gaels average 7.0 steals per game. This indicates an ability to disrupt the opposing team’s plays. They also manage to block 3.0 shots per game.
However, turnovers remain a concern, with the team averaging 15.0 turnovers each game. They commit 14.5 fouls per game, which is relatively low.
Player Highlights
Kevon Vanderhorst stands out with an average of 18.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. He is also a strong playmaker, contributing 4.5 assists per game. Kosy Akametu adds 13.0 points and 2.5 assists per game.
Martin Kheil provides a reliable shooting option, with a 50% field goal percentage. Keyshawn Mitchell contributes significantly on the boards, averaging 8.0 rebounds per game.
Recent Performances
In their recent game against NJIT, Iona scored 72 points and shot 54.7% from the field. Kevon Vanderhorst played a key role with 10 points and 8 assists. Martin Kheil contributed with 12 points.
Earlier, against Vermont, Vanderhorst scored 27 points, leading the Gaels to a narrow victory. Kosy Akametu also played well, scoring 18 points with 3 assists.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 2-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 2-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
Iona's straight-up record is perfect so far, reflecting their strong start. Their against-the-spread performance also shows success, as they have covered in both games. However, both games have gone under the total, indicating their matches tend to be lower scoring.
St. John's vs Iona Prediction: Over 151.5
St. John's has an aggressive offense, averaging 78 points per game. They have a fast-paced playing style with 73.6 possessions per game. This speed can lead to more scoring opportunities.
On the other side, Iona scores 64 points per game. While their scoring is lower, their effective field goal percentage stands at 52.7%. This suggests they can capitalize on their chances against a team like St. John's.
The previous meetings between these two teams at Madison Square Garden saw high-scoring games. The last encounter ended with a total score of 155 points. This trend supports the possibility of another high-scoring game.
Combining these factors, the total points should exceed 151.5. St. John's offensive strength and Iona's scoring efficiency set the stage for a game that hits the over.
- St. John's vs Iona Prediction: Over 151.5
- St. John's vs Iona Score: St. John's 86 - Iona 71
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