The top betting favorites as the tournament begins: Florida and Duke are listed as co-favorites (+325), according to BetMGM Sportsbook. Auburn (+425) and Houston (+600) are next. The first round tipped off on Thursday and will continue Friday, stretching from Providence, Rhode Island, to Seattle and busting brackets from coast to coast.

Good luck trying to predict what will happen during the 2025 NCAA Tournament. There are several talented teams capable of making deep runs through this year's bracket. Duke (ACC), Houston (Big 12), Michigan State (Big Ten) and St.

The 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament begins on Wednesday, March 19 and runs through Sunday, April 6. See below for everything you need to know about the women’s tournament, including the full schedule, scores, tournament sites, and additional information on how you can watch and stream every moment of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament.