NCAA Tournament Round of 32 Best Bets Revealed

Vaughn Dalzell breaks down his top picks and odds for Sunday's March Madness action

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:19pm

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After a successful first round, sports betting expert Vaughn Dalzell is back with his favorite bets for the NCAA Tournament Round of 32 on Sunday. Dalzell provides his picks and analysis for key matchups involving Purdue, Florida, Virginia, and Arizona.

Why it matters

With the NCAA Tournament in full swing, bettors are looking for expert insight to help them navigate the high-stakes action. Dalzell's analysis provides valuable perspective on the top games and teams to target for Sunday's slate of Round of 32 contests.

The details

Dalzell likes Purdue to cover the -7.5 spread against Miami and go over 36.5 points in the first half, citing the Boilermakers' offensive firepower and Miami's defensive struggles. He also backs Florida to go over 36.5 first-half points and the overall game total of 144.5 against Iowa. For the Virginia-Tennessee matchup, Dalzell is taking the underdog Cavaliers +1.5. Finally, he's laying the 11.5-point number with Arizona against Utah State, expecting the Wildcats' size and shooting to overwhelm the Aggies.

  • The Round of 32 games will be played on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The players

Vaughn Dalzell

A sports betting expert who provides analysis and picks for the NCAA Tournament.

Purdue

The #1 offense in the country, led by a deep roster of playmakers.

Miami

The Hurricanes had an inconsistent defensive performance in their first-round win over Missouri.

Florida

The Gators play at a fast tempo on both ends of the floor and have a size advantage over Iowa.

Iowa

The Hawkeyes are an efficient shooting team but struggle on the defensive end and on the glass.

Virginia

The Cavaliers' stifling defense could give trouble to a Tennessee team that has been underwhelming this season.

Tennessee

The Volunteers have been one of the least impressive teams to make the NCAA Tournament field.

Arizona

The Wildcats are the second-best team to win the national championship according to oddsmakers.

Utah State

The Aggies relied heavily on free throws to beat Villanova in the first round, a strategy that may not work against Arizona.

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What they’re saying

“Purdue should be able to limit Miami from deep, plus the Boilermakers size should see them winners of the rebounding battle.”

— Vaughn Dalzell, Sports Betting Expert

“Florida plays at a top-50 tempo offensively and defensively, plus the Gators are excellent scoring inside and rebounding.”

— Vaughn Dalzell, Sports Betting Expert

“Virginia's defense ranked first in the ACC and both teams rank top 10 in offensive rebounding percentage for the country, so second-chance points could tell the story here.”

— Vaughn Dalzell, Sports Betting Expert

What’s next

Bettors will want to monitor any injury or lineup updates ahead of Sunday's games, as that could impact the analysis and picks provided by Dalzell.

The takeaway

Dalzell's NCAA Tournament betting insights provide a valuable roadmap for bettors looking to navigate the high-stakes action of the Round of 32. His data-driven approach and focus on key matchup advantages make him a trusted voice in the world of college basketball betting.