March Madness Betting Guide
68 teams. Single elimination. The most exciting tournament in sports. Get the best odds, picks, and exclusive promos for every round.
Selection Sunday Countdown
Mar 15
Selection Sunday
Mar 19
First Round
Apr 4
Final Four
Apr 6
Championship
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📅 Tournament Schedule
First Four
March 17-184 gamesPlay-in games to determine the final four spots in the 64-team bracket.
First Round
March 19-2032 gamesThe tournament tips off with 32 games across two days. Historically the best days for upsets.
Second Round
March 21-2216 gamesSweet 16 is on the line. This is where Cinderella stories are born.
Sweet 16
March 26-278 gamesRegional semifinals. The field narrows to 16 of the best teams in the country.
Elite Eight
March 28-294 gamesRegional finals. Win here and you're headed to the Final Four.
Final Four
April 42 gamesNational semifinals at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Championship
April 61 gameThe national championship game. One team cuts down the nets.
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🧠 March Madness Betting Tips
Proven strategies to sharpen your tournament bets
12 vs 5 Seed Upsets
A 12-seed beats a 5-seed roughly 35% of the time. Always consider the 12-5 upset in your bracket and bets.
First Round Unders
Tournament games tend to go under in the first round as teams play tighter defense in the single-elimination format.
Conference Tournament Form
Teams that played well in their conference tournament often carry momentum. Look for hot teams, not just high seeds.
Avoid All Chalk Brackets
A perfect bracket has never been filled. At least one 1 or 2 seed loses before the Final Four most years.
Live Betting Value
March Madness is full of runs. If a favorite falls behind early, live betting can offer great value on comebacks.
Mid-Major Sleepers
Mid-major conference champions (like Gonzaga, Saint Mary's) are often undervalued by the public. Look for value.
📖 How to Bet on March Madness
A beginner-friendly guide to the most popular bet types
Point Spread
Bet on the margin of victory. The favorite must win by more than the spread.
Moneyline
Simply pick the winner. Higher payouts for underdogs.
Over/Under (Totals)
Bet on whether the combined score will be over or under a set number.
Futures
Bet on who will win the national championship before the tournament starts.
Parlays
Combine multiple bets for bigger payouts. All legs must hit.
Player Props
Bet on individual player performances — points, rebounds, assists.
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