The Final Four is here and a men’s NCAA Tournament national champion will be crowned at the Alamodome in San Antonio.
Each of the four teams played their way into the semifinal round from its respective region on the bracket.
The SEC is well-represented in the tournament with Florida and Auburn competing in one of the two games. That means the national championship game will feature a member of the SEC.
Johni Broome leads Auburn with 18.7 points, 10.9 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game. Walter Clayton Jr. leads Florida with 18.1 points and 4.2 assists per game.
The second Final Four matchup will feature Duke of the Atlantic Coast Conference taking on Houston from the Big 12.
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Cooper Flagg averages with 18.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game for the Blue Devils. L.J. Cryer leads the Cougars with 15.4 points per game.
Here are expert predictions and odds for the Final Four at the men’s NCAA Tournament:
Auburn vs. Florida picks and predictions
Arizona Republic: Florida 82, Auburn 77
Jeremy Cluff writes: “Johni Broome’s injury looms large for the Tigers in this matchup. No matter what, the SEC will come out a winner in this game. Florida will continue its impressive run.”
ESPN: Florida 82, Auburn 79
Jeff Borzello writes: “The Gators have the size and depth inside to make life difficult for Johni Broome and can win in more ways than the Tigers can.”
Gator Wire: Florida 85, Auburn 84
It will be a battle on the court and a chess match on the bench – only the best team will move on.
That best team will be Florida this Saturday, but by a hair.
Houston vs. Duke picks and predictions
Arizona Republic: Duke 70, Houston 64
Jeremy Cluff writes: “Houston has won 17 straight games and has been playing some exceptional defense. But Duke has also shined on the defensive end and we trust Cooper Flagg and company more on offense.”
ESPN: Houston 75, Duke 70
Joe Lunardi writes: “This is a fabulous matchup in every way, but I’m taking the experienced veterans over the most talented freshmen in the tournament.”
The Fayetteville Observer: Duke 69, Houston 65
Rodd Baxley writes: “The Cougars have the talent, experience and toughness to beat the Blue Devils and cut down the nets on the following Monday in Texas. But they don’t have Cooper Flagg, who will be the star among stars in the Lone Star State. Duke wins a close one to clinch its spot in the national championship game.”
Auburn vs. Florida: Men’s Final Four odds, moneyline, over/under
Odds as of Thursday, April 3 via BetMGM.
- Spread: Florida -2.5
- Moneyline favorite: Florida -155
- Moneyline underdog: Auburn +125
- Over/Under: 159.5
Duke vs. Houston: Men’s Final Four odds, moneyline, over/under
Odds as of Thursday, April 3 via BetMGM.
- Spread: Duke -5.5
- Moneyline favorite: Duke -275
- Moneyline underdog: Houston +225
- Over/Under: 136.5
Men’s March Madness odds: National championship favorites
As of the morning of Thursday, April 3, BetMGM was offering the following odds for men’s basketball teams to win the NCAA tournament:
- Duke -110
- Florida +300
- Houston +450
- Auburn +575
Men’s Final Four schedule: Time, live stream
Here are dates, times, and how to watch the Final Four and national championship schedule for the men’s NCAA Tournament:
All times Eastern.
Final Four: Saturday, April 5
National championship: Sunday, April 6
- Auburn/Florida winner vs. Houston/Duke winner | 8:50 p.m. | ABC |
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