The first three rounds of the men's NCAA tournament featured plenty of exciting action as the 64 teams were cut down to 8. There were several bracket-busting upsets that have added to the chaos fans are used to during March Madness. Now the teams left will face off this weekend for a chance to reach the Final Four. But which teams are the favorites to survive the second weekend of the NCAA tournament and which are best positioned to cut down the nets in New Orleans? Here's everything you need to know to bet the Elite 8.
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