The First Four of March Madness serves as the opening round where eight teams compete in Dayton for the final four spots in the round of 64. Here's a complete betting preview and analysis for each matchup:

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi vs Texas Southern (+3.5)

• Winner faces #1 Kansas in Midwest Region
• Texas Southern's strong defense (55.3 PPG allowed in SWAC tournament)
• Texas A&M-CC's outside shooting ability gives them the edge
• Pick: Texas A&M-CC +3.5

Indiana vs Wyoming (-4)

• Winner faces Saint Mary's in East Region
• Indiana's size and athleticism expected to be decisive
• Trayce Jackson-Davis projected for 20 points, 10 rebounds
• Pick: Indiana -4

Bryant vs Wright State (+3.5)

• Winner faces #1 Arizona in South Region
• Contrasting styles: Bryant's fast pace vs Wright State's half-court game
• Features nation's top scorer Peter Kiss (Bryant)
• Bryant's aggressive play style and interior presence with Hall Elisias
• Pick: Bryant +3.5

Notre Dame vs Rutgers (-1)

• Winner faces Alabama in West Region as #11 seed
• Notre Dame finished strong after slow season start
• Coach Mike Brey's tournament experience gives Irish advantage
• Rutgers' inconsistency could be their downfall
• Pick: Notre Dame -1

All First Four matchups feature tight spreads, with no line larger than four points, promising competitive games to kick off March Madness.

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