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SEC Sets Record with Seven Teams in Sweet 16 as NCAA Tournament Intensifies

Duke and Florida emerge as championship favorites, while Arkansas stuns St. John's in a major upset.

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At FanDuel, Duke (-8.5 vs. Arizona) is the heaviest favorite of the regional semifinal rounds after Tyrese Proctor and Co. cruised through the first two rounds.
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Overview

  • The 2025 men's NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16 stage, narrowing the field from 68 teams with all No. 1 seeds still in contention.
  • Seven SEC teams advanced to the Sweet 16, marking a new record for the men's NCAA Tournament and highlighting the conference's growing prominence.
  • Duke and Florida are the betting favorites to win the championship, with Florida solidifying its contender status by defeating two-time defending champions UConn.
  • Arkansas, a No. 10 seed, achieved a significant upset by defeating No. 2 seed St. John's to secure its place in the Sweet 16.
  • Expert predictions suggest teams like Houston and Duke are likely to advance to the Elite Eight, while Arkansas and Ole Miss remain long-shot contenders.