Following UConn’s well-deserved victory in the 2024 NCAA tournament, college basketball fans are already looking forward to the 2025 March Madness odds. Fresh off their 8th elite appearance in the 2024 season, the Duke Blue Devils are walking into the 2025 season as the bookmakers’ favorite in the March Madness Odds. The Devils’ odds range between +1000 to +1200 across leading sportsbooks online, implying almost a 10% probability of Jon Scheyer’s side lifting their first league title since 2015.
Meanwhile, UConn’s betting odds to complete a remarkable 3-peat are trading between +1100 to +1300. UConn is holding second place on the betting boards, trailing ahead of teams like North Carolina, Kansas, Houston, and Alabama. However, Purdue is facing uncertainty with their star center Zach Edey and that has left them trading high at +3000 odds.
Here’s a look at early odds on what promises to be another incredible college basketball campaign. This article also discusses must-know betting tips in a season filled with exciting, high-stakes NCAA games as teams like Duke and UConn battle for a shot at the 202 March Madness Glory.
2025 March Madness Favorites
Duke Blue Devils: +1100 odds
Duke University have proven to be a powerhouse in collegiate basketball and expectations are running high on their 202 NCAA campaign. The Blue Devils have gone almost 10 years since winning their last championship title and they’re eager to prove their magic is yet to fade past Mike Krzyzewski’s distinguished era.
The Blue Devils finished their last season campaign with an impressive 27-9 record in their second season under coach Jon Scheyer’s leadership, claiming a solid 15-5 in the ACC. Nonetheless, the team will be navigating the loss of standout players like Jared McCain and Kyle Filipowski. However, the arrival of top-tier recruits like Cooper Flagg and Khaman Maluach adds skill and height to their roster.
Duke currently ranks as the bookmakers’ favorite for the 2025 March Madness odds as Scheyer won’t have a shortage of talent for the 2024/2025 NCAA season. Scheyer’s team will feature returning players like Caleb Forster and Sean Stewart, who bring a blend of youth and experience to the team.
Connecticut (UConn Huskies): +1200 odds
The Huskies are hoping to make history during the 2024/2025 NCAA season, attempting to be the first team to claim three straight title wins in 50 years. With +1200 odds, UConn and Duke are ranking as co-favorites for the 2025 March Madness. UConn got a major boost during the offseason after manager Dan Hurley turned down a huge deal to move to the LA Lakers.
Connecticut’s run to the national championship title was historic, after being the only team to win 10 tournament games with double digits in every fixture for two consecutive seasons. However, manager Dan Hurley lost a lot of firepower during the NBA draft with the departure of Stephon Castle and Donovan Clingan.
Kansas Jayhawks: +1400 odds
The Kansas Jayhawks are always a force to reckon with when it comes to collegiate basketball. As they prepare for their 2024/2025 campaign, anticipations are running high for the Jayhawks under coach Bill Self’s 22nd season in Lawrence. Coach Self has helped the Jayhawks win two national championships in his tenure and securing the third title would be a great way to cement his legacy. The Jayhawks are standing serious contenders for the March Madness, standing at +1400 odds.
