Picks for 3/29/25
College Basketball
6:09 PM EST
Rotation # 644
Florida -6.5 over Texas Tech (loss)
Florida is the most complete team left in the tournament. Texas Tech was lucky to survive their last game as Arkansas choked in closing time. Chance McMillian’s injury will catch up to them sooner or later. The Gators have no glaring weaknesses and will try to attack the paint, whereas the Red Raiders are weak at blocking shots. The pace in this game will favor the Gators. Walter Clayton and Alijah Martin are outstanding guards trying to win a title in their final season. There was a scare the other night with big man Alex Condon, but he should play. The Gators should win the battle on the glass and advance to the Final Four. Take Florida.
College Basketball
8:49 PM EST
Rotation # 642
Duke -6.5 over Alabama (win)
Alabama plays a unique style of basketball that appeals to all fans, but if they have an off-shooting night, they will get blown out of the gym. The Crimson Tide set a three-point tournament record the other night. Mark Sears put on a show, but nothing was appealing about their defensive play. Duke plays outstanding three-point defense, and they have the size to disrupt the Crimson Tide’s shooting angles. The Blue Devils protect the basketball, where Alabama can get sloppy with their frantic pace. Cooper Flagg will look to attack the paint and grab rebounds. Look for Duke to frustrate Alabama by slowing down the pace and methodically carving out a lead. Take Duke.