March Madness 2023 - Betting tips for NCAA Championship Game

The UConn Huskies and San Diego State Aztecs will face off on Monday night from NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas for the chance to make history. After one of the most exciting tournaments in recent memory, it all comes down to the NCAA Championship game as the Aztecs look to win their first title, while UConn looks to secure their first one since 2014. The Huskies are 4-0 in their previous appearances in a national championship game, winning four from 1999-2004.

Our betting experts have got you covered for Monday night with tips and picks for the game to help bettors make smart wagering decisions.

All odds courtesy of Caesars Sportsbook

(5) San Diego State vs. (4) UConn7 p.m. ET, NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas

Line: UConn (-7)Money Line: San Diego State (-350) UConn (+275)Total: 132.5 points BPI Projected winner: UConn (74.3)

Kezirian: If I had to play it, I would lay the points. UConn just looks too formidable on both ends. The Huskies have enough size to prevent the Aztecs from dominating the boards and creating extra possessions. Offensively, they have multiple guys who can shoot from distance and their polished halfcourt offense creates plenty of opportunities for Adama Sanogo on the blocks. However, it's one game and this point spread is quite high. San Diego State has found a way to grind out wins so it's hard to envision them losing convincingly but UConn has covered every game in this tourney. I am passing but UConn probably covers.

Borzello: I lean toward what Doug said. The spread feels really solid, but if it goes one way, I think it would be UConn covering. Because of the way San Diego State plays — low number of possessions, game played mostly in the half-court — the Aztecs should be able to stay in the game