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Tournament Sunday: Odds and Projections

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The 2026 men's college basketball tournament field has narrowed to 24 teams after Saturday's action, setting up crucial Sunday matchups that will determine which 16 teams advance. Arizona faces Utah State in a game that could establish the tournament favorite, especially after Duke's shaky start and Michigan's convincing victory over Saint Louis.

Betting markets have shifted throughout the tournament, with Florida entering as the longest-shot No. 1 seed at 8-1 to win the championship. Sunday's slate features eight games with varying spreads, from Purdue favored by 7.5 points over Miami to Arizona's commanding 11.5-point edge against Utah State.

Several matchups promise competitive action despite the spreads, including Tennessee versus Virginia and Texas Tech against Alabama. The day concludes with a showdown between Texas Tech and Alabama, featuring the highest total at 164.5 points. Bettors will watch closely as these games shape the tournament's final 16 teams.