Who did Charles Barkley pick in Duke basketball vs St John's in March Madness?
Charles Barkley said he’s really looking forward to Duke basketball’s matchup with St. John’s in the Sweet 16. But who did he pick to win?
WASHINGTON, D. C. — Charles Barkley is picking a St.
John's upset over Duke basketball in the Sweet 16 of 2026 Men's NCAA Tournament . While discussing his bracket during halftime of the Purdue vs. Texas game on Thursday, March 27, the Auburn basketball legend discussed the top-seeded Blue Devils (34-2) and head coach Jon Scheyer's upcoming match up with the 5-seeded Red Storm (30-6) and head coach Rick Pitino.
"I'm really looking forward to that game," Barkley said. " Duke has not played great the first couple games. I like St.
John's in the game. I think it's going to be a fantastic game, and I'm riding with the Red Storm. " Duke mounted a second-half comeback to take down No.