Men’s Final Four 2025: Predictions, Live Tracker, and Highlights
Welcome to the thrilling world of college basketball, where the stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable. The men’s Final Four is in full swing in San Antonio, and the Alamodome is buzzing with anticipation. The No. 1 overall seed Auburn Tigers are set to tip off the action against the Florida Gators, with both teams vying for a coveted spot in the national title game. The winner will face off against the victor of the Duke vs. Houston matchup, scheduled for 8:49 p.m. ET on Monday night.
Our dedicated team of reporters on-site and editors across the country are diligently tracking all the action, ensuring you don’t miss a beat. So, grab your favorite game-day snack, settle in, and let’s dive into the predictions and insights from the experts.
Final Four Live Tracker
Stay tuned as we bring you live updates and highlights from the Final Four games. Our team is on the ground, capturing every thrilling moment and game-changing play. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, our live tracker will keep you informed and engaged throughout the weekend.
Final Four Predictions
As the excitement builds, the burning question on everyone’s mind is: Which teams will emerge victorious in the men’s Final Four games this weekend? And more importantly, who will cut down the nets in San Antonio on Monday night?
To get a sense of the expert opinion, we polled 56 personalities who have covered the men’s college basketball season on ESPN platforms. This esteemed group includes past national champions like Jim Boeheim and Jay Williams, as well as Bracketologist Joe Lunardi. We asked them to weigh in on the outcomes of the Auburn vs. Florida and Duke vs. Houston matchups, and to predict the national champion.
Interestingly, the semifinals predictions align closely with the odds at ESPN BET, but there’s a twist when it comes to the title winner.
Duke, Florida Favorites to Win Final Four
In the Auburn vs. Florida showdown, Walter Clayton Jr. and the Florida Gators have been picked by 59% of the analysts polled (a 33 to 23 split) to defeat Johni Broome and the Auburn Tigers. This prediction closely mirrors the implied probability (60%) of Florida’s -155 money-line odds.
Meanwhile, in the Duke vs. Houston matchup, Cooper Flagg and the Duke Blue Devils have been favored by 73% (or 41) of the respondents to triumph over L.J. Cryer and the Houston Cougars. This prediction is in line with the implied probability (72%) of Duke’s -260 money-line odds.
Duke Favored to Win, No. 2 a Potential Surprise
It’s no surprise that the majority of analysts have picked the Blue Devils to cut down the nets at the Alamodome on Monday night, with 61% of the support (or 34 votes). However, there’s an interesting twist when it comes to the second-most favored team.
Unlike the futures market at ESPN BET, which gives Florida the second-best odds to win it all, the second-most picked team isn’t from the SEC. Instead, 11 of the 15 analysts who picked Houston to win its Final Four matchup against Duke have the Cougars going all the way.
Florida (seven) and Auburn (four) split the final votes. Here’s a quick breakdown of the votes:
- Duke: 34 votes
- Houston: 11 votes
- Florida: 7 votes
- Auburn: 4 votes
As the games unfold, all eyes will be on these powerhouse teams, each vying for a chance to etch their name in college basketball history. Who will rise to the occasion and claim the ultimate prize? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the journey to the championship is bound to be unforgettable.
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Originally Written by: ESPN
