Tennessee vs. Michigan odds, prediction: 2026 NCAA Tournament Elite Eight picks from proven model
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Key Points:
- The No. 6 seed Tennessee Volunteers face the top-seeded Michigan Wolverines in the Elite Eight for a spot in the Final Four, with Michigan favored by 8.5 points.
- Michigan (34-3) has dominated its tournament games by at least 13 points, while Tennessee (25-11) has gained momentum after an uneven season, reaching their third consecutive Elite Eight.
- The game is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. ET at the United Center in Chicago, with a total points over/under set at 146.5.
- The SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates games 10,000 times, predicts the total score will go over and indicates one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations.
- Fans and bettors are encouraged to check the SportsLine model for detailed predictions before making any wagers on the Michigan vs. Tennessee game.
