Best March Madness Parlay Picks: Georgia and Drake Underdogs for Thursday
A high-value +1135 March Madness parlay for Thursday combines two strategic underdog picks with strong defensive capabilities.
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Leg #1: Georgia Bulldogs ML (+220) vs Gonzaga
- Ranked 26th in defensive rating (KenPom)
- Slower tempo matches up well against Gonzaga's fast pace
- Strong defensive capability to contain Gonzaga's 70+ point offense
- Value play at +220 odds
Leg #2: Drake Bulldogs ML (+215) vs Missouri
- Slowest pace in NCAA (KenPom rankings)
- Impressive 30-3 record in Missouri Valley Conference
- 46th best defensive rating nationally
- Tactical advantage in controlling game tempo
- Solid value at +215 odds
Combined parlay odds: +1135 at FanDuel
This parlay strategy capitalizes on strong defensive teams playing at controlled tempos, giving them legitimate upset potential in tournament matchups.
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