Latest News – March Madness Betting Updates!
Every year, there are two events that bettors look forward to on the calendar. The first is the Super Bowl which occurs in February and is bet by people all over the world. The next event occurs one month later and runs throughout the month of March.
I am sure you guessed it…MARCH MADNESS.
March Madness, which is also known as the NCAA Tournament, is one of the most exciting sporting events of the year. Anything can happen in March, and this is on full display every year.
When betting on the NCAA Tournament, it’s essential to keep a few things in mind to profit. Here are a few tips for your March Madness betting!
Balance Wins in March
There are always upsets in the NCAA Tournament, but you cannot be swayed by your gut. Lesser teams may beat powerhouses, but for the most part, balance wins. The teams that have the best mix of offensive and defensive efficiency typically win and cover spreads throughout the tournament.
Over the last 18 tournaments, UConn Huskies was the only champion in 2014 to rank outside the top 20 in offensive efficiency. However, all 18 champs have been a top-ranked program in defensive efficiency.
This is a valuable statistic to look at when filling out your bracket. Never forget that efficiency wins when the pressure is at its peak. Keep up to date with betting with the BParlay.com Sports betting news channel.
Focus on Teams That Have Been There
Home court advantage does play a role in the NCAA Tournament. For example, the committee usually places the top seeds in their respective regions of the country. This means they may play a few games close to their campus, creating an unofficial home court advantage.
This is definitely something you should look for when betting on March Madness. Yet, the main thing to look at is how the teams have handled the pressure in past tournaments. March Madness creates a lot of pressure, so it’s best to bet on teams that have handled the pressure in past years.
This means fade your Cinderella schools that are lucky to be in the big dance and bet on winning machines. Check out the BParlay.com guide on how to place NBA Parlay bets.
Research the Last Quarter of the Season
When researching bets and matchups, do not look at the entire season. This is a waste of time because teams evolve over the course of the year. There may be teams that are .500, but have not lost in the final month of the year. This means they have momentum.
Additionally, there could be a five-loss team in the tournament that was hot early and faded late. You want to look at record and stats in the final portion of the year to get a realistic depiction of a team’s chance to win.
Good Teams Win, Great Teams Cover
It’s one thing to win games. This is what the committee looks at when forming the bracket. It’s another thing to cover the spread. The committee may not view how well a team has been to bettors, but it indicates money line winners in the NCAA Tournament.
Ten of the past 11 NCAA Champions have covered the spread in 55% of their games. Remember to look at the ATS record when placing bets! This is no surprise because good teams win, but great teams cover.
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