UConn remains odds-on favorite entering women's Final Four

ESPN • March 31, 2026 • general

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The UConn Huskies enter the women's Final Four as favorites to win their 13th national championship, though their odds have lengthened to -160 from -190 in January, marking their longest odds since 2026.
South Carolina and Texas are tied at +550 odds to win the title, with UCLA at +600; UCLA faces Texas in the semifinals, the only team to beat them in the regular season, influencing Texas' -1.5 spread and improved title odds.
UConn is favored by 6.5 points over South Carolina in a rematch of last year's championship, with favorites attracting most spread bets and early wagering action on DraftKings.
South Carolina has the highest number of national championship futures bets at BetMGM and FanDuel, while UCLA represents the largest liability at BetMGM due to high betting volume, according to sportsbook traders.
The growth in women's basketball betting is positive for sportsbooks, with tournament handle reaching seven figures and plans to increase game offerings next season, reflecting rising interest and national visibility in the women's game.

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