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Sports Interaction Staff
Michigan (5) vs. Texas A&M (4) Bracket Prediction: March Madness Odds
In the second round of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the No. 4 seed Texas A&M Aggies are set to face the No. 5 seed Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, March 22, at 5:15 p.m. ET at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. Both teams aim to secure a spot in the Sweet 16, promising an intense matchup.
Michigan vs. Texas A&M NCAA Tournament Point Spread and Betting
As of March 21, 2025, Texas A&M is favored by 2.5 points, with the over/under set at 140.5 points. The moneyline odds stand at -144 for Texas A&M and +120 for Michigan.
This matchup features contrasting styles: Michigan’s size and interior play against Texas A&M’s aggressive rebounding and defensive pressure. The Wolverines’ twin seven-footers, Danny Wolf and Vladislav Goldin, present unique challenges for opponents, potentially disrupting the Aggies’ offensive strategies. However, Michigan’s issues with turnovers could be exploited by Texas A&M’s defense, which is adept at forcing mistakes.
Michigan Wolverines
The Michigan Wolverines, holding a 26-9 record, narrowly defeated UC San Diego 68-65 in the first round. The team is led by guard Tre Donaldson, who averages 11.6 points and 4.2 assists per game, and center Vladislav Goldin, contributing 16.6 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. Michigan’s offense averages 78 points per game, but they have struggled with turnovers and maintaining consistency throughout games.
Texas A&M Aggies
The Texas A&M Aggies, with a 23-10 record, secured an 80-71 victory over Yale in their tournament opener. Guard Wade Taylor IV leads the team with 15.7 points and 4.3 assists per game, while Zhuric Phelps adds 13.8 points and 4.9 rebounds per game. The Aggies excel in offensive rebounding, leading the nation by securing nearly 42% of their missed shots, which compensates for their lower shooting percentages.