Men's college basketball national championship odds for 2026-27: Duke, Florida are title favorites heading into season
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Key Points:
- The college basketball season has started with Michigan Wolverines as the defending national champions after their victory over UConn in the previous NCAA tournament.
- Oddsmakers favor the Florida Gators and Duke Blue Devils as the top contenders for the national championship, both listed at +600 odds on BetMGM, with Duke receiving the most wagers and total money bet.
- Duke’s roster is bolstered by star recruit Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje alongside key players Patrick Ngongba II and Caleb Foster, making them a strong favorite.
- Other teams with notable odds include UConn, Illinois, Michigan State, and Texas, while Michigan's odds have dropped to 30-1 following coaching and player departures.
- LSU has experienced significant odds movement from 150-1 down to 40-1 and currently represents the largest national championship liability at BetMGM sportsbooks.
