PRO Projections and PRO Systems are all over the spread and over/under in a key No. 5 vs. No. 12 matchup Thursday in the NCAA Tournament.
As madness ensues with the anticipated opening rounds, one matchup that presents enticing options for bettors features No. 5 Michigan clashing with the No. 12 seed UC San Diego Tritons.
Scheduled to take place on March 20, 2025, at 10:00 p.m. ET, this game promises not only an intense battle between two talented squads but also savvy, premium selections on the spread and total using our data. PRO Systems identified a key edge on the line, while our over/under looks a lot different than the market.
Under the guidance of head coach Dusty May, Michigan enters the tournament fresh off a Big Ten Tournament victory. Meanwhile, Erin Olen's UCSD squad has caught the betting world’s attention this season not only as the top team against the spread in the bracket but also as the entire country!
Check out multiple, detailed UCSD vs Michigan predictions and picks for Thursday's first-round college basketball game.
Michigan vs. UC San Diego Odds
- Michigan vs. UC San Diego spread: Michigan -2.5
- Michigan vs. UC San Diego over/under: 142.5
The 5-vs-12 matchup is arguably the most interesting from a betting perspective in the NCAA Tournament. Is UC San Diego ripe for an upset, or is the public overthinking it?
Scanning similar matchups in the past,
