Michigan vs Texas A&M NCAA Tournament Odds: Aggies Favored by 1.5 Points in Sweet 16 Showdown
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The #4 Texas A&M Aggies (23-10) will face the #5 Michigan Wolverines (26-9) in the NCAA Tournament second round on Saturday, March 22, at Ball Arena in Denver. The winner advances to face either #1 Auburn or #9 Creighton in the Sweet 16.
Opening Odds & Lines:
- Texas A&M: -1.5 points (-125 moneyline)
- Michigan: +1.5 points (+105 moneyline)
- Total: 139.5 (Over/Under -110)
Tournament Future Odds:
- Michigan: +6000
- Texas A&M: +10000
First Round Recap - Texas A&M The Aggies defeated #13 Yale 80-71, led by Pharrel Payne's career-high 25 points and 10 rebounds. Despite shooting just 25% from three, A&M dominated inside with a 48-32 advantage in paint points and 37-29 rebounding edge.
First Round Recap - Michigan The Wolverines survived #12 UC San Diego 68-65 in a back-and-forth contest. After leading by 14 at halftime, Michigan saw their lead evaporate but ultimately prevailed in another close game - their 12th victory this season by four points or fewer. Vladislav Goldin led with 14 points, while Danny Wolf grabbed 11 rebounds.
Key Stats:
- Michigan ATS Record: 17-18
- Texas A&M ATS Record: 16-13-3
- Michigan Close Game Success: 12 wins by ≤4 points
- A&M Paint Dominance vs Yale: +16 points, +8 rebounds
The tight spread reflects an evenly matched contest between these power conference programs, with Texas A&M's interior presence matched against Michigan's proven ability in close games.