Kentucky vs Santa Clara: March Madness Picks & Edges

0:00On March 18th, March Madness has tipped off with the first four games, but the real excitement ramps up Thursday afternoon. Kentucky earned a seven-seed and will face Santa Clara in the first round in St. Louis. Fans are buzzing as brackets stay perfect for now, with plenty of chances to pick winners. Earlier this week, experts like Adam Luckett and Nick Rooch shared quick betting edges and trends to watch before filling out cards. Players have hit in the opening match-ups, giving betters a solid start. Kentucky fans are fired up about players like Malachai Marano, whose team brotherhood fueled his rise and Santa Clara's freshman star, Alan Graves. Who's drawing NBA buzz? The Wildcats also have a strong history thriving in St. Louis during the tournament. New details highlight rebounder, Yaxxel-Lindaborg, claiming Kentucky offered him $7 to $9 million in the past. Players note some quirky teams in the field that could shake up predictions. With clean slates ready, it's prime time to lock in those picks and ride the tournament

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