The NCAA tournament has an abundance of betting opportunities available. Will Duke or the field win it all? What underdog should you put your money on in the first round? What is your favorite value bet to win a region?
We asked three of our gambling experts -- Doug Kezirian, Preston Johnson and Jordan Schultz -- where they are putting their money.
You have to pick Duke or the field? Who are you going with?
Kezirian: I do feel the Blue Devils are the team to beat (and will probably win it all), but I lean to the field at the current odds. If Duke were 3-1 or 4-1, I'd probably take it, but there isn't value on it at this price. The issues for me are the Blue Devils' poor 3-point shooting and how foul trouble could jeopardize a thin roster. Plus, the East Region is actually quite difficult, even though Duke is the top overall seed. Given the odds, I would lean the field.
