Houston and Florida meet in the NCAA Championship Game, facing off for the first time in over 50 years. In our Florida vs Houston pick, we expect the Cougars to enter with momentum after stunning Duke. They will face another uphill battle against the SEC champion Gators.
The Huskies and Gamecocks meet once again in the title game this year. Our UConn vs South Carolina pick focuses on what is likely to be a very closely contested and low-scoring game between the two. Both teams are full of top talent and capable of taking home the big prize.
UConn and UCLA meet in an exciting Final Four clash. The Huskies are the final 2-seed left, but enter this game as massive favorites due to their sensational play. The winner of this matchup will earn a spot in the National Championship Game against either South Carolina or Texas.
South Carolina and Texas meet in the Final Four in a battle of the SEC's strongest teams. The Gamecocks are seeking their 3rd title in the last 4 seasons, but first need to topple Texas. The winner of this game will advance to the National Championship Game against UCLA or UConn.
Houston and Duke face off in a stellar Final Four clash. The winner will advance to the finals as the favorite to defeat Florida or Auburn. After being eliminated in last year's Sweet 16 to the Blue Devils, the Cougars will have revenge on the mind as they aim to snap their title drought.
Florida and Auburn will clash to prove which team is the best of the SEC. The winner will earn a spot in the Championship Game where they'll face off with either Duke or Houston. The Gators won the regular season matchup and are slightly favored to defeat the top-overall seed Tigers.
Auburn and Michigan State meet in the Elite 8 in another SEC vs Big-10 clash. The winner will advance to the Final Four and face the Florida Gators. The Tigers enter as the favorites by a decent margin, but face a tough challenge against the Big-10's final team in Michigan State.
Houston and Tennessee meet in the Elite 8 in a battle of elite defenses. The winner will advance to the Final Four and face the Duke Blue Devils. The Cougars enter as slight favorites, but won't face an easy task of taking down a capable Volunteers squad that is also red-hot.
The #2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide will face the #1 seed Duke Blue Devils in the Elite Eight on Mar. 29, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Both teams have showcased exceptional offensive prowess throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a high-scoring and thrilling contest. The winner will advance to the Final Four, moving one step closer to the national championship.
The #3 seed Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to face the #1 seed Florida Gators in the NCAA Elite Eight on Mar. 29, 2025, at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Both teams have showcased resilience and skill throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a compelling matchup with a coveted spot in the Final Four at stake.
The #4 seed Purdue Boilermakers are set to face the #1 seed Houston Cougars in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament on Mar. 28, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Both teams have demonstrated exceptional performances throughout the season, setting the stage for a thrilling contest with a Final Four berth at stake.
Ole Miss and Michigan State face off in a key Sweet 16 matchup. With a trip to the Elite 8 on the line, both teams will be put to the test. Expect this one to be close and come down to the wire.