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Bookmakers Analyze Conference Tournaments: Marquette Victory is Our Biggest Concer
Last Updated on March 18, 2024 by Robert C. Hoopes
As college basketball conference tournaments heat up, the betting trends among public and sharp bettors are becoming more apparent. Public bettors are leaning towards favorites, while sharp bettors are finding value in underdogs and long shots.
In the Pac-12 tournament, USC has emerged as a sharp long shot with odds shifting from +4000 to +1400. Despite Arizona being a favorite, recent results have some bettors eyeing potential upsets. Northwestern is a dark horse pick in the Big Ten tournament, with Indiana and Ohio State also gaining attention as potential dark horses.
In the Big East tournament, bookmakers are rooting against Marquette as it would be the worst result for them. However, St. John’s is seen as a potential sleeper pick with Rick Pitino as coach. In the Big 12 tournament, Iowa State is a strong pick with odds at +450 compared to Houston’s -150 favorite status.
Bookmakers are witnessing a mix of favorite and long shot bets in various conference tournaments, with potential upsets and dark horse picks catching the attention of bettors. Be sure to keep an eye on these trends as the tournaments progress.