A data-fueled 24-1 parlay spans a trio of college basketball tournament games Friday. You in?
Underdogs pulling off the upset in the NCAA Tournament may help shape your bracket in a big way. It could also be a great time to bet moneylines on juicy ‘dogs ripe to advance.
Friday’s Round of 64 presents a prime opportunity to tail three underdog picks at plus-money odds to win.
Utilizing our proprietary PRO Projections, we’ve identified three enticing upset picks. These selections were produced by comparing our data-driven odds with those in the betting market, offering premium subscribers tremendous value.
We’ll cover all three straight, moneyline bets and a +2437 college basketball parlay you can instantly tail below.
College Basketball Parlay: 3 NCAA Tournament Upset Picks Friday
Friday’s round of games features two massive, A+ edges. We tag each pick with a grade and a couple were deserving of the highest mark.
More on that below, but if we’re sorting by time, the first standout pick is New Mexico versus Marquette. Despite Marquette being a short favorite, New Mexico presents a solid betting opportunity at +150, with our fair moneyline calculation at +133. The Mountain West conference might have a shaky track record in the NCAA tourney, but this projection suggests a worthwhile look at New Mexico.
PRO Projections Prediction: New Mexico Moneyline
Next, we turn to Oklahoma versus UConn. The Sooners, with a moneyline at +190, are poised as formidable challengers against the two-time reigning national champs. Our fair valuation places Oklahoma at +123, indicating significant value. The point spread is particularly telling: while the general line favors UConn by +5.5, our data sees a much closer contest at +2.3.
It’s the first of two A+ edges.
PRO Projections Prediction: Oklahoma Moneyline
Finally, Liberty vs. Oregon showcases not only a 5-vs-12 upset, but a potentially huge haul on the moneyline. Liberty, catching +7 and a moneyline up to +250, is a candidate for substantial returns. Our models set Liberty at +144 on the moneyline and +3 against the spread, highlighting the Flames as an attractive side.
PRO Projections Prediction: Liberty Moneyline
+2437 College Basketball Parlay for NCAA Tournament Friday
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