As the 2026 NCAA tournament approaches, the landscape of March Madness betting is shifting with several high value programs emerging as serious contenders for the national title. Analysts are currently highlighting a diverse group of teams that offer intriguing opportunities for those looking to place a wager before the opening tip. At the forefront of the discussion is St. John’s, listed at plus 5000 odds. Despite some early season struggles, including a significant loss to Kentucky, the Red Storm has found its rhythm by winning 11 consecutive games. The team relies heavily on big man Zuby Ejiofor, who leads the…

Sixty-eight teams… ten amazing sports books… and one city that does March Madness 2026 better than anywhere else! Las Vegas does college basketball big, with more than 70 sportsbooks across the city. But, choosing the right spot to watch can make or break your tournament experience. This Week in Gambling we’re counting down the 10 best Sin City sportsbooks to catch every buzzer-beater, big upset, and bracket-busting moment from the Big Dance!  From the luxury of Venetian to the madness of the Westgate, we’re listing our top 10 picks for Las Vegas sports books during March Madness 2026. We’ve compiled…

Three men’s college athletes have been permanently banned by NCAA basketball  amid an expanding probe into gambling violations involving college basketball. The ruling covers three former players: Mykell Robinson and Jalen Weaver of Fresno State, and Steven Vasquez of San Jose State. All three have been dismissed from their teams and are no longer enrolled. The NCAA found that the athletes wagered on their own games, shared inside information, and in some instances intentionally altered their performance to influence betting outcomes during the 2024-25 regular season. Investigators say Robinson and Vasquez, who were roommates during the 2023-24 NCAA basketball season,…