ACC Tournament 2024: Battleground of Upsets and Underdogs
Get ready for the ACC Tournament to take over Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. from March 12th-16th! While Duke and UNC are clear favorites, sharp bettors know the ACC is always ripe for surprises. Here’s why the wise money might be on underdogs this year:
Hot Streaks and Momentum Matter
- Pitt Panthers: These guys are blazing, with 10 wins in their last 13 games, including road upsets over Duke, Wake Forest, and Virginia. At 14/1 odds, they offer value.
- Syracuse Orange: A recent 6 of 9 win streak and victories over Pitt (twice) and UNC at home earn them consideration. Longer odds at 50/1 sweeten the deal.
- Clemson Tigers: 7 wins in their last 9, plus road upsets against UNC and Alabama, make them dangerous. They’re at 8/1 to take it all.
The Top Dogs Can Be Beaten
Yes, Duke and UNC are national powerhouses, but the ACC tournament intensity can level the playing field. Remember, top seeds might focus on resting up for the NCAA Tournament. This is where hungry dark horses and their longer odds shine.
Other Dark Horses to Watch
Don’t overlook the rest of the field – teams like Virginia Tech, Miami, Florida State, and NC State all have upset potential. The beauty of the ACC Tournament lies in its unpredictability.
Betting Strategy
Look for these elements:
- Road Victories: Teams battle-tested away from home have the grit to pull off upsets.
- Momentum: Those with recent winning streaks have the confidence.
- Value Odds: Compare the odds to the potential and choose underdogs with tempting numbers.
Full Odds and Schedule:
CURRENT ODDS
Duke: +165
North Carolina: +190
Clemson: +850
Wake Forest: +950
Virginia: +1300
Pittsburgh: +1400
Virginia Tech: +3100
Miami (FL): +5500
Syracuse: +5500
Florida State: +6500
NC State: +6500
Boston College: +12000
Notre Dame: +25000
Georgia Tech: +25000
Louisville: +25000
Tuesday, March 12
No. 12 seed vs. No. 13 seed (2 p.m. ET, ACC Network)
No. 10 seed vs. No. 15 seed (4:30 p.m. ET, ACC Network)
No. 11 seed vs. No. 14 seed (7 p.m. ET, ACC Network)
Wednesday, March 13
No. 8 seed vs. No. 9 seed (Noon ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
No. 5 seed vs. No. 12/13 winner (2:30 p.m. ET, ESPN)
No. 7 seed vs. No. 10/15 winner (7 p.m. ET, ESPN2)
No. 6 seed vs. No. 11/14 winner (9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2 or ESPNU)
Thursday, March 14
No. 1 seed vs. No. 8/9 winner (Noon ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
No. 4 seed vs. No. 5 vs. 12/13 winner (2:30 p.m. ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
No. 2 seed vs. No. 7 vs. 10/15 winner (7 p.m. ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
No. 3 seed vs. No. 6 vs. 11/14 winner (9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
Friday, March 15
Semifinal No. 1 (7 p.m. ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
Semifinal No. 2 (9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN or ESPN2)
Saturday, March 16
Championship Game (8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN)