The college basketball season is in full swing, with conference play about to begin. Which means that March Madness is just around the corner. We all know why we love it. The drama, the tension, the Cinderella stories, and yes, the betting. You’ve probably played in an office pool, where you put some money in a pot and made your picks, living and dying with every basket and rebound. However, if you want to go beyond the simple office pool, there’s a lot more excitement to be had.
The best thing about March Madness is that it feels like any team can win it. Sure, the top seeds usually do, but in a single game, anything can happen. Even if an underdog doesn’t win the whole thing, a lengthy run through the tournament is always exciting. There are certain teams that are more realistic than others, and until other teams show themselves in the next couple of months, the tournament could come down to some of these teams.
Houston +600 Fanduel and +700 Bet MGM
Houston is not a traditional powerhouse, but has come into the conversation in the last couple of years. They are currently the top ranked team in the country, they managed to reach the Elite 8 last year despite not having Tramon Mark due to injury, so look primed for a long tournament run.
Kansas +750 FanDuel +1200 Bet MGM
The defending champions are back this year, and as opposed to rebuilding, they have reloaded. Gone are Ochai Agbaji and Christian Braun, but that hasn’t stopped them from picking up right where they left off. Grady Dick, Jalen Wilson and company are ranked third in the county and are looking to repeat this year.
UCLA FanDuel +1400 Bet MGM+1200
UCLA is currently ranked ninth, but with a bullet. They have two fresh recruits just getting their feet wet in Amari Bailey and Adam Bona. They join established stars Tyger Campbell and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Along with Jaylen Clark, they form a menacing starting five that gives them a chance in every game.
Gonzaga +2500 FanDuel +1600 Bet MGM
You have to feel like Gonzaga has something to prove this season. They lost last year in shocking fashion in the Sweet 16 to Memphis, a nine-seed. Despite being on the cusp several times, they have yet to win the big one. However, all-world forward Drew Timme hopes to lead them to the promised land this year.
UCONN +1400 FanDuel +1400 Bet MGM
The Huskies are a perennial contender, winning titles 4 times since 1999. They are led by preseason player of the year Adam Sonogo, and sit comfortably in the top 5. They often seem to pull off big shots when it counts the most, so you should never write them off.
These are just a few of the teams that you could see battling it out for the title in March. However, another team that gets hot at the right time could ruin the party for any one of them. If the odds look good now, you can absolutely lay down a bet. If they don’t seem to your liking, give it a few games and they might change.
March Madness is a lot of fun, but what happens when your bracket is busted? The games are exciting, but online sports betting can make it even more fun. There are many March Madness betting websites to choose from, and they all offer different things. Here’s a run down of some of the best sites so you can make a decision on where you want to bet.
FanDuel
FanDuel is one the top sports betting websites available in the United. States, and with good reason. They have an excellent mobile app, and a fun and expansive betting experience. Players flock to them for March Madness betting, and they are rewarded with options like bracket pick-em competitions and a standard pool bracket competition. FanDuel has other ways to bet on the games, from individual game spreads to prop bets. Look for a customer promotion as March Madness draws closer. Last year they had some great offers to entice people to their site for the tournament.
BetOnline
BetOnlline is specifically geared towards bettors in the United States and Canada, so they are sure to have NCAA games and March Madness. In fact, they are the first betting sites to post their March Madness lines during the tournament. They don’t have prop bets for college games, however they do offer single game spreads and over/under betting. They also offer Moneyline betting and payout fast. In fact, they are on the fastest sportsbooks at paying out your winnings.
Bet MGM
This is one of the most popular sportsbooks. MGM is a formidable brand, and they have the website and mobile app to back it up. It’s especially great for March Madness, featuring special competitions, games, and bracket bets. They also offer live prop bets for each game of the tournament that will become available as the game goes on. Keep an eye out for promotions since they always offer great incentives.
As you can see, when it comes to March Madness there are plenty of options when it comes to teams to root for and websites to bet. Make your choice and make your bet and see if you can win some big cash.
