The UConn Huskies emerged victorious in the 2024 NCAA men’s March Madness tournament after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers 75-60 in the championship game, securing back-to-back titles for the team. Following this win, bettors wasted no time in looking ahead to the next season’s odds, with Duke opening as the favorites to win at +1000. North Carolina, Kansas, and UConn followed closely behind at +1400. UConn’s position on the oddsboard saw a slight jump overnight, placing them alone in second. The early NCAA tournament betting board at DraftKings Sportsbook revealed the following odds for the 2025 season.
The Blue Devils finished their previous season with a 27-9 record and were eliminated from the postseason after a loss to NC State in the Elite Eight. FOX Sports college basketball reporter John Fanta ranked Duke as number two in his way-too-early top 25 rankings for the upcoming season. Fanta highlighted the talent of Blue Devils commit Cooper Flagg, a 17-year-old prospect with potential to be the top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Despite Duke’s strong position, Fanta placed the UConn Huskies in the top spot, citing their impressive performance and the blue-blood status they have achieved under coach Dan Hurley.
Fanta explained that UConn had previously been ranked fourth in the way-too-early top 25 rankings due to the departure of key players, but their resilience and success on the court demonstrated the strength of the program. He expressed confidence in the Huskies and asserted that Connecticut would remain in the top spot until further notice. With the NCAA men’s title for the next season up for grabs, fans and bettors alike are eagerly anticipating the competition and preparing to place their bets on the teams they believe have the best chance of emerging victorious. FOX Sports will continue to provide updates and coverage of college basketball, including the latest news, games, and insights on the upcoming season.
As the offseason begins and teams start preparing for the next NCAA men’s basketball season, speculation and excitement are building around potential contenders and favorites to win the title. With Duke, North Carolina, Kansas, UConn, and other top programs in the mix, the competition promises to be fierce. Fans and bettors alike will be closely monitoring the odds and developments leading up to the 2025 tournament, eager to see if the Huskies can secure a third consecutive championship or if another program will rise to the occasion. Stay tuned to FOX Sports for all the latest updates and analysis on college basketball.
