Duke, Arizona, Michigan and Florida lead title odds for March Madness, bettors expect chalky results

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Duke, Arizona, Michigan, and defending champion Florida are the top favorites at BetMGM Sportsbook to win the 2026 NCAA Tournament national title. Handicappers suggest not all No. 1 seeds will reach the Final Four in Indianapolis.

This year's top seeds — Duke, Arizona, Michigan and defending national champion Florida — are the favorites at BetMGM Sportsbook to win the national title. Bruce Marshall, handicapper for WagerTalk/Gold Sheet, said he could see a couple of other teams breaking through to make the Final Four in Indianapolis. “I don't think we'll see all of them (No. 1 seeds) in the Final Four,” Marshall said.