Overview

• Florida and Houston will face off in the NCAA championship game Monday night in San Antonio, with sportsbooks slightly favoring Florida by 1.5 points.
• Houston advanced to the final after a stunning 70-67 comeback victory over Duke, overcoming a 14-point deficit in the second half.
• Florida secured their spot in the championship with a 79-73 win over Auburn, extending their winning streak to 11 games.
• Betting activity on the championship game is nearly even, with significant wagers placed on both teams, including a $100,000 bet on Florida to win at +900 odds.
• The tournament has been defined by the dominance of top seeds, with Houston's upset breaking a 15-game streak of victories by favorites.