The First Four of March Madness features eight teams competing in Dayton for the final four spots in the Round of 64. Here's a complete breakdown of the matchups and betting picks:

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

• Winner faces Kansas in Midwest Region
• Texas Southern's strong defense allowed just 55.3 PPG in SWAC tournament
• Pick: Texas A&M-CC's outside shooting should overcome Texas Southern's defense

Indiana vs Wyoming (+4)

• Winner faces Saint Mary's in East Region
• Indiana's size advantage with Trayce Jackson-Davis will be key
• Pick: Indiana's athleticism and coaching experience gives them the edge

Bryant vs Wright State (+3.5)

• Winner faces Arizona in South Region
• Contrasting styles: Bryant's fast pace vs Wright State's half-court game
• Features nation's top scorer Peter Kiss from Bryant
• Pick: Bryant to win outright with their aggressive style and interior presence

Notre Dame vs Rutgers (-1)

• Winner faces Alabama in West Region as 11-seed
• Notre Dame finished strong after slow start
• Mike Brey's tournament experience gives Fighting Irish advantage
• Pick: Notre Dame's consistency and coaching experience to prevail

No point spread in any First Four game exceeds 4 points, suggesting competitive matchups throughout. These games serve as the opening round before Thursday's full tournament schedule begins.

Note: All betting lines subject to change. Please bet responsibly.

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