Duke's NCAA Tournament Odds Surge After Michigan Win

0:00On March 16, Duke earned the number one overall seed in the 2026 NCAA Minnes Tournament bracket revealed on Sunday landing in the East region. But right after the reveal, betting odds didn't crown them favorites, with Michigan slightly ahead at Plus 325 compared to Duke's Plus 333. Things flipped fast that evening as Wagers poured in. Duke surged to the top spot at Plus 300, pushing Michigan back to Plus 350. Still number one, seeds. Arizona sat at Plus 400, while Florida trailed at Plus 650. Better seems swayed by Duke's solid, 68-63 win over Michigan, back in February at Capital 1 Arena. That game highlighted Cameron Boosers' big night with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. Plus, as the number 2 overall seed, Michigan's path looks smoother without crossing Duke until a possible title game. Duke faces a brutal East bracket stack with Yukon, Michigan State, Kansas, and St. John's

1:02as top threats. Michigan drew an easier Midwest group, including Iowa State, Virginia, Arkansas, and Texas Tech. Over in the West, Arizona contends with Purdue and Gonzaga, while Houston lurks as a South region powerhouse near home turf against Florida. The odds board now lists Houston 5th at Plus 900, Iowa State at Plus 1600, and others like Illinois and Yukon rounding out the top contenders. With these matchups brewing, the road to the Final Four promises plenty of drama.