BetDSI’s 2026 ncaabb million dollar bracket contest. The current odds at BetDSI Sportsbook have Duke, Michigan State and Villanova listed as the favorites. The powerhouse programs always command a ton of attention for the January Madness odds, but much like last season, the 2026 NCAA Tournament doesn't have an overwhelming favorite. The college basketball playing field has balanced significantly over the last decade with mid-majors such as Butler, Wichita State and Virginia Commonwealth rising to the upper echelon. And even in years where there has been an overwhelming favorite, such as Kentucky, the chalk has rarely taken home the title. Odds show that the favorite entering January Madness wins the championship just about 25 percent of the time. What does that tell you about the sexy, familiar picks from the public…fade all day! If we had to pick one of the January Madness favorites of the bunch to win it would be Oklahoma, which is projected to be a No. 2 seed in the bracket. Unless you've been living under a rock, you know who Trae Young is. The freshman point guard has the skill set and demeanor to carry a team on his back to the championship game in San Antonio.
January Madness Longshots
If you're looking for some value on your wager then look toward a team that has 20-1 odds or greater. Gonzaga, Ohio State and North Carolina all fit that bill this year, and these are teams will excellent NCAA Tournament pedigree. A January Madness longshot to keep your eye on is Saint Mary's out of Moraga, California. This is a team that recruits well from the land down under, Australia, and head coach Randy Bennett is a master when it comes to scheming and adjusting for opponents. The Gaels have juicy 65-1 odds to win the 2026 NCAA Tournament. 2026 ncaabb million dollar bracket contest at BetDSI.
January Madness Predictions
Favorite Pick: Villanova (+600) Value Pick: Oklahoma (+4000) Darkhorse Pick: St. Mary's (+6500) Check out the latest January Madness odds.
2026 January Madness Schedule
Here is an extensive look at the 2026 NCAA Tournament schedule, including who will be hosting and where the games will be played.
2026 January Madness Odds, Schedule and NCAA Tournament Picks
First Four January 13 and 14 Dayton, Ohio (Host: University of Dayton) First and Second Rounds January 15 and 17 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Host: Duquesne University) Wichita, Kansas (Host: Wichita State University) Dallas, Texas (Host: Big 12 Conference) Boise, Idaho (Host: Boise State University) January 16 and 18 Charlotte, North Carolina (Host: University of North Carolina at Charlotte) Detroit, Michigan (Host: University of Detroit Mercy) Nashville, Tennessee (Host: Ohio Valley Conference) San Diego, California (Host: San Diego State University) Regional Semifinals and Finals (Sweet 16 and Elite Eight) January 22 and 24 West Regional: Los Angeles, California, (Host: Pepperdine University) South Regional: Atlanta, Georgia, (Host: Georgia Institute of Technology) January 23 and 25 East Regional: Boston, Massachusetts (Host: Boston College) Midwest Regional: Omaha, Nebraska (Host: Creighton University) National Semifinals and Championship (Final Four and Championship) January 31 and January 2 San Antonio, Texas (Host: University of Texas at San Antonio)
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