Championship

DraftKings

Michigan

+340
Arizona

+850
Connecticut

+950
Duke

+1100
Iowa State

+1200

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BetMGM

Michigan

+300
Arizona

+700
Connecticut

+950
Iowa State

+1100
Purdue

+1200

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Caesars

Michigan

+350
Arizona

+675
Connecticut

+800
Iowa State

+850
Duke

+1000

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The 2024 NCAA men's basketball tournament is poised to kick off with the highly anticipated First Four matchups scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, igniting excitement in Dayton, Ohio. Following this initial showdown, the tournament's inaugural round will commence on Thursday, March 21, extending through Friday, offering fans a thrilling start to the championship journey. The unveiling of the comprehensive tournament bracket is set to captivate audiences during the selection show on March 17 at 6 p.m. ET, airing on CBS.

With a total of 68 teams vying for glory, the tournament landscape is rich with anticipation. Among them, 32 squads secure automatic bids by clinching victories in their respective conference tournaments, adding an extra layer of drama to the proceedings. Stay updated as we meticulously track the complete list of automatic qualifiers for the 2024 tournament, while also delving into the top 5 pivotal questions shaping championship week.

As the tournament progresses, the pinnacle of college basketball will converge at the iconic State Farm Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona, where the prestigious Final Four showdowns will unfold, promising unforgettable moments and crowning a new champion. You can bet on March Madness odds on all of the best sports betting sites, which offer generous sportsbook promos.

Now that Selection Sunday is in the rearview mirror, the tournament seeding is set, and your March Madness brackets are filled out, it is time to take a look at the latest March Madness futures odds and place your bets using the best March Madness betting promos today.

March Madness 2025:

Below is the March Madness 2025 schedule.

Event	Date
Selection Sunday	Sunday, March 16
First Four	March 18-19
First round	March 20-21
Second round	March 22-23
Sweet 16	March 27-28
Elite Eight	March 29-30
Final Four	Saturday, April 5 at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
NCAA championship	Monday, April 7 at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

March Madness Futures - What Can I Bet On?

Placing bets on March Madness futures presents an intriguing season-long opportunity, beginning before the schedule's start and extending through the NCAA Tournament until a current National Champion is crowned during March Madness.

These March Madness futures odds can and most likely will fluctuate throughout the season, influenced by various factors such as team performance, injuries, and betting trends, prompting bookmakers to adjust accordingly. Notably, the odds at the time of placing the bet remain fixed, regardless of line and odds movements.

The NCAA tournament offers an unprecedented level of excitement within the sports calendar, amplified by an uptick in betting activity, thanks to the popularity of the event nationwide. Oddsmakers kick off the event by establishing betting odds for virtually every team nationwide before the start of the new CBB season. And as the season progresses, these CBB odds undergo movements and fluctuations, and the pool of contenders gradually narrows until the final 68-team field is determined on Selection Sunday.

Where Can I Bet On March Madness Odds

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March Madness Futures Odds - Who Is The Favorite?

Last season's March Madness truly embodied its name, marked by stunning upsets, unexpected twists, and a break from tradition.

Amidst the chaos, the narrative unfolded uniquely. The UConn Huskies, initially favored in early season March Madness odds but plagued by midseason struggles, ultimately rallied when it counted most. Their journey culminated in a triumph, securing their fifth National Championship in the school's history.

In an unexpected finale, the No. 4-seeded Huskies emerged victorious over fifth-seeded San Diego State, a matchup that diverged from initial expectations. Nonetheless, the tournament provided ample excitement and discourse throughout March and April.

As Selection Sunday looms closer, anticipation builds for the upcoming March Madness Tournament. Presently, March Madness odds and college basketball futures odds slate the Huskies as betting favorites take down the tournament for the second straight year. Explore their odds, alongside other favorites as well as Cinderella teams, in the 2025 March Madness odds table below.

Team	FanDuel	DraftKings
Auburn Auburn Tigers	+2500	+800
Duke Blue Devils	+1000	+850
Gonzaga	+2000	+1200
Tennessee Volunteers	+5000	+1400
Houston Cougars	+1600	+1500
Alabama Crimson Tide	+1300	+1500
North Carolina Tar Heels	+1300	+1500
Kentucky Wildcats	+3500	+1500
Kansas Jayhawks	+3000	+1000
Iowa State Cyclones	+3000	+1700
Connecticut Huskies	+1000	+1900
Florida Gators	+5500	+2500
Marquette Golden Eagles	+6500	+3500
Illinois Fighting Illini	+3,000	+3,500
Baylor Bears	+5500	+3500
Michigan Wolverines	+5500	+4000

Past March Madness Tournament Winners

Year	NCAA National Champion	Runner-Up
2012	Kentucky	Kansas
2013	Louisville*	Michigan
2014	Connecticut	Kentucky
2015	Duke	Wisconsin
2016	Villanova	North Carolina
2017	North Carolina	Gonzaga
2018	Villanova	Michigan
2019	Virginia	Texas Tech
2020	No tournament (COVID-19)	NA
2021	Baylor	Gonzaga
2022	Kansas	North Carolina
2023	Connecticut	San Diego State
2024	Connecticut	Purdue

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