Spartan Love: Homecourt Advantage Will Lead to Final Four Betting Upset
It’s time to go over your Final Four odds for Saturday’s games as the field of 64 has been whittled down to four. Michigan State pulled out an unlikely victory against the top overall seed in the Tournament, and it’ll get the reward of a “home-court†advantage when it takes on Connecticut as a sportsbook underdog.
Michigan State vs Connecticut odds – Saturday, April 4, 6:07 PM ET
The No.2 Spartans took the Midwest region with a 12-point victory over top-seeded Louisville, and they did it with offensive efficiency (46.2 per cent from the floor), while holding the Cardinals to 38.3 per cent. Goran Suton may be playing the best ball of his four-year career, as he went for 19 points and 10 boards against Louisville and having a productive big man is the best thing for Michigan State’s style of play. The Spartans aren’t a flashy team, but they get the job done with toughness and just enough discipline to be capable of a Final Four betting upset.
The Huskies emerged from the West region as a top-seeded winner, as they overcame an uncharacteristic 17 turnovers in a seven-point win over Missouri. For the second straight game, an unlikely source stepped up for the Huskies, and this time it was freshman Kemba Walker, who led the way with 23 points. 
The Huskies also rank in the top five nationally in rebounding, and this advantage was prominent against the smaller Tigers as UConn outrebounded Mizzou 45-26.
The Huskies are a four-point favorite according to Final Four odds, and these two programs are used to the pressure of the Tournament: since 1999, Michigan State and UConn have combined for three national championships and eight Final Four appearances. The Spartans lead the nation in rebounding, so UConn won’t dominate the boards like they have throughout the Tournament. Michigan State is 75 miles away from Ford Field, so it will definitely have the feel of a home-court advantage and locking down the talented Cardinals gave them plenty of confidence.
In a close and physical game, look for the crowd to be the difference as Michigan State heads to the national-title game with a Final Four betting upset.
Follow the link to see JRod’s detailed preview and prediction of the Michigan State-Connecticut Final Four game on Saturday.
Tags: 2009 Final Four, 2009 NCAA Tournament, march madness, Michigan State Spartans
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