Illinois and Michigan meet this week in what is a key Big-10 battle. The Fighting Illini enter as the underdogs, needing to be at their absolute best to have a chance of upsetting the surging Wolverines.

Texas and South Carolina face off this week for the second time this season. The Longhorns won the first matchup in November by two points, but face an even tougher battle in this game on the road.

Ohio State and Maryland meet on Sunday in a key Big-10 battle. The Terrapins will look to remain as the conference's second-highest ranked team. They face a challenge against Ohio State's defense.

Oklahoma and Kentucky face off this week in a crucial SEC clash. The winner of this game may lock down a spot in the top-5 as they take one step closer to earning a top seed in the NCAA Tournament.

Texas and LSU clash this week in a meeting of SEC giants. The Tigers have slid since losing their last two games, and will aim to stop the bleeding against an undefeated Texas team that looms large.

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.