Top NCAA Tournament underdog bets for first round identified
March Madness is here, and many fans are looking for underdog bets in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The tournament starts on Thursday, and excitement is building as fans finalize their brackets and betting slips. One underdog to watch is North Carolina, which some believe shouldn't even be in the tournament. They have only one notable win against a top team. Another interesting bet is McNeese, listed at +240, which many believe could upset No. 5 Clemson. McNeese has captured attention with its story and a basketball manager who made history by signing a NIL deal. Marquette, a No. 7 seed, is also a slight favorite in their matchup against New Mexico. However, New Mexico has solid defensive skills and could win at +145 if their defense performs well. Lastly, there's Akron, which will face No. 2 Arizona. Akron has been strong under their coach and is a long shot at +680. Despite being underdog status, they could surprise some observers after their recent lucky game that sent them to the tournament. Fans have the potential for thrilling upsets to watch. Whether betting straight or combining bets for bigger rewards, the first round of the tournament promises excitement.