March Madness 2025 sees early upsets and betting odds

March Madness 2025 is in full swing, with thrilling games ahead. The tournament began Thursday with some surprising upsets. Favorites won 12 of 16 matchups, but there were still notable surprises, including No. 11 Drake beating No. 6 Missouri. Betting odds for the upcoming games today and tomorrow are now available at BetMGM sportsbook. On Friday, several first-round games will take place, beginning at 12:15 p.m. ET. Key matchups include No. 9 Baylor against No. 8 Mississippi State and No. 2 Alabama facing No. 15 Robert Morris. The day features various games, including No. 14 Lipscomb versus No. 3 Iowa State and No. 1 Duke against No. 16 Mount St. Mary’s. The games keep coming with matchups slated throughout the day, ending with No. 15 Bryant playing against No. 2 Michigan State. On Saturday, the second-round games will tip off, starting with No. 12 McNeese taking on No. 4 Purdue. Other highlights include No. 10 Arkansas against No. 2 St. John's and No. 1 Auburn playing No. 9 Creighton. Fans are hoping for exciting finishes and close contests as the tournament continues.