Friday was absolute chalk, making NCAA Tournament history
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Key Points:
- On Thursday, several underdogs, including No. 11 seed VCU and No. 12 seed High Point, secured dramatic wins in the NCAA Tournament, showcasing the beloved Cinderella story aspect of the event.
- However, Friday marked a complete reversal as all favorites won their games, going 16-0 outright for the first time in a single day since 1992, with no teams seeded 13-16 winning for the second consecutive year.
- The dominance of power conference programs is attributed to the evolving college athletics landscape, where top players from mid-major programs now transfer to power conferences, reducing the frequency of upsets.
- Betting outcomes on Friday reflected this trend, with favorites going 16-0 outright and
