2023 March Madness: First ideas on how to wager the
This college basketball season has actually provided ample parity, and one would presume that most likely translates to a wild NCAA tournament. The Big Dance constantly produces enjoyment and long shot paydays, however this year might be more broad open than we usually see. The Associated Press’ top-ranked team has actually suffered nine losses this year, which connects the all-time record getting in the postseason.In addition to offering betting value, the odds can consistently supply help to filling out the bracket. Here is an early look at what sticks out: Breaking down the Midwest Area The Midwest Region
seemingly provides the most convenient path
for a 1-seed, however I was wanting to fade Houston( +600). The Cougars’ defense reduced a bit as soon as conference play began. Auburn seemingly has the size to posture issues but I question whether the Tigers can score enough, assuming they surpass Iowa. The Hawkeyes absolutely have the shooting however most likely absence the size.Texas just won the Huge 12 tournament, thanks to a second blowout of Kansas. The Longhorns have actually had an unusual season but I like them to win the region at +450. They rank seventh in ESPN BPI’s protective metrics and their offense is top-20. That’s a harmful combination.Men’s Competition Difficulty Complete your bracket by picking the winner for each game of the 2023 men’s NCAA competition. Play
Tournament Obstacle If you’re searching for a long shot, No. 10 Penn State (26-1 to win area )has my attention. Of all major conference schools, the Nittany Lions make the most 3-pointers per game and only Alabama attempts more. Plus, they’re battle-tested enough in the Big Ten. This is an enjoyable group with a high ceiling.In the first round, it’s worth noting that No. 4 Indiana is just a four-point preferred over Kent State and No. 5 Miami is laying just 2.5 points to Drake.Breaking down
the West area The West Area may be the most stacked, depending how you look at it. No. 2 seed UCLA is scary but they did lose their top defender in Jaylen Clark and big guy Adem Bona missed out on the Pac-12 tournament
last. Gonzaga is not as talented as recent lineups but this may be their year, assuming the competition is likewise weaker.No. 8 seed Arkansas (20-1 to win area) feels likely a worthy long shot however it is difficult to neglect how they blew double-digit leads in each SEC competition game. Eric Musselman is an elite coach, but this system might simply do not have the required polish
. No. 8 seed TCU (+900 to win area) likewise my attention. The Horned Frogs can definitely have scoring lulls however they have actually been strong with Mike Miles in the lineup and carried out well in the stout Big 12. As for the early action, Northwestern has the uncommon position of a 7-seed and is a pick ’em against Boise State, which has a physical defense. I like under 128.5. Breaking down the East Region The Duke Blue Devils are on a nine-game winning streak getting in the competition, led by freshman Kyle Filipowski. Picture by Grant Halverson/Getty Images The East Area has
a wonky feel with seasonal blue blood Duke now in some way underrated. Heaven Devils(+800 to win area)simply won the ACC Competition, extending their win streak to 9, and have a 17-1 record at full strength. But how much does all that resonate in a down year for the conference?Top-seed Purdue
(10-1 title chances) will likely be a fashionable fade however I like the Boilermakers. The backcourt is young and can go cold at any point, but 7-foot-2 Zach Edey is a giant force and effects every ownership. Purdue is one of 10 tourney teams that has a combined ranking of KenPom adjusted offending and protective efficiency less than 50. That search criterion has actually produced each national champ over the past twenty years, except for 100-1 longshot UConn in 2014. Michigan State(-2 )over USC has my attention and so does Memphis(-2.5)over Florida Atlantic. I am also considering Vermont(+10.5)versus Marquette. Shaka Smart has actually lost 5 straight tourney games.Breaking down the South Region The South Region possesses the leading overall seed in Alabama however it’s tough to evaluate that locker room, given the chaos away from the court. The Crimson Tide(+700 to win title )may have problems against West Virginia and who knows about San Diego State, considering the Mountain West Conference has actually lost 8 straight NCAA Competition games. < img height="320 “width= “570”src =”https://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/35849207/ “/ > The Alabama Crimson Tide have the second-shortest odds to win the National
Champion at +700. Picture by Carly Mackler/Getty Images I am most intrigued by the bottom half of that region. Arizona and Baylor are two schools that can definitely dominate, given the Wildcats’size and the Bears’ athleticism. However don’t sleep on 6-seed Creighton, which fits that KenPom.com requirements I referenced. Heaven Jays are +750 to survive the region.In terms of the first round, Arizona(-14) needs to roll Princeton, given the’Felines begin two bigs a minimum of 6-foot-11 and the Tigers’tallest starter is 6-foot-8. Missouri deals with Utah State with an overall of 155, which is the second-highest of the first round, and I still
believe it’s a touch too low.