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Butler vs St. John's Final: 77-55 - Recap

St. John's was run off the court by Butler on Wednesday as they blasted them 77-55 at Hinkle Fieldhouse.

Butler won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -9.0-point spread as favorites.

Butler got 16 points from Sean McDermott and another 14 points from Jordan Tucker. Aaron Thompson contributed 5 assists, while Sean McDermott cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.

St. John's got a 23-point performance from Julian Champagnie, who was supported by 11 points from Greg Williams Jr.. Nick Rutherford had 3 assists in a losing cause for St. John's, while Marcellus Earlington grabbed 7 rebounds.

Butler won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 37-30.

Butler looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Xavier. St. John's will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Marquette.