Thursday afternoon’s action starts with the NCAA Tournament opener as No. 9 TCU faces No. 8 Ohio State in the East Region at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
The game tips off at 12:15 PM ET on CBS, with both teams looking to survive and advance in what shapes up as one of the more evenly matched contests of the day. The winner can look forward to a second round clash with top-seeded Duke, assuming No. 16 Siena doesn’t pull of the upset of the century.
TCU enters the tournament at 22-11, while Ohio State brings a 21-12 record into March Madness.
This 8 vs. 9 matchup has all the ingredients of a tightly contested game that could swing in either direction.
TCU vs. Ohio State Game Info
- 📍 Where: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville, South Carolina
- 📅 Date: Thursday, March 19
- ⏰ Start Time: 12:15 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: CBS
TCU vs. Ohio State Odds at Hard Rock Bet
As of Thursday morning, Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook lists Ohio State as the favorite, though the odds suggest a competitive matchup.
Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ohio State -150, TCU +125 |
| Point Spread | Ohio State -2.5 (-115), TCU +2.5 (-105) |
| Total (Over/Under) | Over 146.5 (-110), Under 146.5 (-110) |
In a matchup this close, a few key plays down the stretch could make all the difference.
TCU vs. Ohio State Betting Splits
Here’s how action is trending at Hard Rock Bet heading into this matchup:
- Ohio State is seeing the majority of moneyline support, accounting for 70.8% of tickets and 65.3% of the handle, while TCU draws a smaller share on both fronts.
- The Buckeyes also hold the edge against the spread, bringing in 55.3% of tickets and 63.5% of the handle, signaling slightly stronger confidence on that side.
- The Under is the preference here for the total, collecting 54.2% of tickets and 58.5% of the handle, suggesting expectations for a lower-scoring game.
Referenced odds are subject to change.
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