March Madness Betting Guide: Odds, Picks & Schedule

From the nail-biting drama of the First Four to the net-cutting glory of the Final Four, nothing matches the high-stakes adrenaline of the NCAA Tournament. Whether you’re hunting for the next double-digit seed to bust a bracket or backing a powerhouse to run the gauntlet, this is where legends are made and fortunes flip on a single buzzer-beater.


Get the latest tournament news, betting odds, and expert insight ahead of this year's tournament.


March Madness 2027 schedule


March Madness odds


One of the most popular ways to bet on March Madness is to pick which team will win. From favorites to long shots, bracket sleepers follow the tournament odds all season long.


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All things bracket


March Madness revolves around the bracket, and we've got you covered from all angles:


Tournament Bracket Starting on Selection Sunday
Tips for filling out your bracket
The best free bracket contests


March Madness props


Prop betting is becoming increasingly popular as regulated sports betting expands throughout the US. We're excited about the variety of March Madness props that will be offered, and we can't wait to cash in on the First-to-5 prop!


Tournament MVP


Betting on the most outstanding player of the NCAA Tournament is a relatively new futures market that is gaining popularity each year due to the big plus-money odds available on pretty much every player.


March Madness picks


With so many games and so many betting markets available, there are always value picks to be found. March Madness features 67 games, and Covers’ betting analysts will deliver a plethora of March Madness picks, full of smart betting options for you to consider.