Scanning PRO's top picks for the Elite Eight on Sunday, it's all about rooting for the cover.
With two Final Four bids are up for grabs Sunday, outright wins are certainly important in determining which teams will take the next step to cutting down the nets.
However, PRO shows the best betting strategy for Houston vs. Tennessee and Auburn vs. Michigan State on Sunday is betting both games against the spread.
First off, the Houston vs. Tennessee line is off from our PRO Projections. Our proprietary expert data spit out a completely different spread than what's available in the market.
Secondly, Auburn vs. Michigan State is a match for our 71% "NCAA Tournament Formula" betting model.
Let's check out which sides our premium resources suggest backing Sunday in the Elite Eight.
NCAA Tournament Spread Picks for Sunday's Elite Eight
Houston vs. Tennessee Basketball Prediction Sunday
Houston escaped Purdue in the Sweet 16, while Tennessee dispatched Kentucky.
Sunday's line pits the Cougars as favorites. Houston is anywhere from -2.5 to -3.5, with odds and prices varying depending on the shop.
According to PRO models, this one's off.
The smart way to pick Cougars vs. Vols Sunday in the NCAA Tournament using our data
