College Basketball Betting Guide: Live Game Lines & 2021 March Madness Odds

College basketball is back! After shutting down early for the 2019-2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020-2021 season started in late November 2020 and will run its course through the spring into March Madness. College basketball is one of the most popular sports in America, and popularity continues to grow with the development of the legal sports betting industry. Bettors can wager in more and more states as time goes on, and it is not just in-season for CBB wagering as there are futures markets to take advantage of. Let’s take a look at the latest college basketball odds, news, futures, and more.

 

Live College Basketball Odds

Here is a look at the latest college basketball odds, providing the best number for your money for each market.

 

2021 March Madness Betting Odds

Are you ready for some college basketball?

With the season a few weeks away, here is a look at the programs with the best odds to win the #FinalFour.

🏀 Villanova +700
🏀 Baylor +800
🏀 Gonzaga +800
🏀 Iowa +800
🏀 Virginia +900#CBB #Odds

— Action Rush (@ActionRushBets) November 11, 2020

There will be a college basketball season in 2020/2021, with start dates taking place in late November. Until then, the college basketball betting markets will be focused entirely around the futures market. March Madness betting odds will change throughout the season, and certainly during the 2021 tournament. As of early November, the favorites to win the tournament are the Villanova Wildcats at +700. Following them are teams with very similar odds in the Baylor Bears, Gonzaga Bulldogs, and Iowa Hawkeyes at +800 and the Virginia Cavaliers at +900 to win the tournament. Stay tuned throughout the season for odds movement.

 

 

2021 NCAA Tournament TV Schedule Released

This is what we’ve all been waiting for, March Madness is back and CBS and Turner Sports releasing the TV schedule makes it all but official. Here’ a look at the first two rounds of the schedule, as tweeted by Matt Norlander.

NCAAT SECOND ROUND TV WINDOWS, pt. 1. Slated tips (all times ET) for second round games on Sunday, March 21.

1. Noon (CBS)
2. 2:30 (CBS)
3. 5:00 (CBS)
4. 6:00 (TNT)
5. 7:00 (TBS)
6. 7:30 (truTV)
7. 8:30 (TNT)
8. 9:30 (TBS)

— Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) February 10, 2021

If you are looking for the Elite Eight and Final Four TV schedule, that was released as well.

FINAL FOUR TIP TIMES for Saturday, April 3:
1. 5:00 (CBS)
2. 8:30 (CBS)

NATIONAL TITLE GAME TIP for Monday, April 5:
1. 9:00 (CBS)

— Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) February 10, 2021

 

How can I bet on College Basketball?

Betting on college basketball is very similar to wagering on college football, as there are a ton of Division I programs and conferences. The only difference is there are nearly three times the amount of college basketball teams as there are football teams in D1. For different types of wagering on college basketball it will depend on the legal sportsbooks and their offerings, but most legal sportsbook apps will have a large selection of CBB betting markets.

 

CBB Odds Guide

Legal sportsbooks in the US where legal sports betting is permitted feature various betting types for college basketball. These betting types are, as follows:

• Spreads
• Totals (Over/Unders)
• Moneylines
• Futures (Final Four)
• In-Game Betting
• Parlays
• Teasers and more!

Wager on college basketball at DraftKings Sportsbook!

 

College Basketball Futures Betting Guide

While there are not as many futures betting market types in college basketball compared to the pro game in the NBA, there are still plenty of markets to place action on when it comes to sports betting for the upcoming college basketball season. Here is a look at the futures markets in college basketball.

• National Championship Winner
• To Make the Final Four
• Conference Winners

 

2021 NCAA Basketball Championship Odds

 

Where can I bet on college basketball?

 

Top online apps for college basketball betting

When it comes to betting on college basketball, there are so many teams, games, conferences and more which means there are a vast number of betting markets. This is one of many reasons why choosing the best sportsbook is essential to the college basketball betting experience. You will want an online sportsbook with updated lines, available betting markets in-game, and more. Take a look at some of the best online apps for legal college basketball betting.

 

DraftKings Sportsbook

 

PointsBet

 

BetMGM Sportsbook

 

States with legal College Basketball betting

As the legal sports betting space expands, the states that allow college basketball betting will continue to grow as well. Here is a look at which states allow sports bettors to wager on college basketball games and futures markets legally:

• Arkansas
• Colorado
• Delaware
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Michigan
• Mississippi
• Montana
• Nevada
• New Jersey (cannot wager on in-state teams and events that occur in-state)
• New York
• Nevada
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• Tennessee
• Washington DC
• West Virginia

To see if your state officially allows college football betting, see your favorite legal sportsbook for details.

 

2021 March Madness Odds

Here is a look a the top 10 in terms of odds to win the 2021 National Championship.

Program	Odds to win CBB Title
Villanova	+700
Baylor	+800
Gonzaga	+800
Iowa	+800
Virginia	+900
Kansas	+1100
Kentucky	+1100
Wisconsin	+1200
Duke	+1300
Illinois	+1300

For a full list of more, check out DraftKings Sportsbook.

 

2021 Final Four Odds

Here is a look at the top 10 teams in terms of odds to reach the Final Four in 2021.

Program	Odds to win CBB Title
Villanova	+100
Baylor	+125
Gonzaga	+125
Iowa	+125
Virginia	+150
Kansas	+200
Kentucky	+200
Wisconsin	+225
Duke	+250
Illinois	+250

For a full list of odds, check out DraftKings Sportsbook.

 

 

College Basketball Odds Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is betting on college basketball legal?

Yes. Betting on college basketball is legal in legal sports betting states. There are some restrictions in most states including props, but betting on normal markets is fine.

 

Can I bet on March Madness?

Yes. In states where legal sports betting is permitted, you can wager on March Madness.

 

Where can I bet on college basketball legally?

You can wager on college basketball in any state that permits legal sports betting in the US. This include New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Indiana, Illinois, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Tennessee, Michigan, and more.

 

When is the 2021 Final Four?

The 2021 Final Four will take place on April 3rd, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

 

Who is the favorite to win the Final Four?

The current favorite to win the 2021 Final Four is Villanova at +700 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

 

What are Duke’s odds to win the Final Four?

Duke’s odds to win the 2021 National Championship is +1300 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

 

What are UNC’s odds to win the Final Four?

UNC’s odds to win the 2021 National Championship is +2500 at DraftKings Sportsbook.

 

Who won the 2019 Final Four?

The Virginia Cavaliers won the 2019 Final Four, defeating Texas Tech.