March Madness 2023 – Betting tips for first round of women’s NCAA tournament

The 2023 women’s NCAA tournament includes a massive favorite in the South Carolina Gamecocks (32-0), but plenty of intrigue remains for the days and weeks ahead.

So which teams are worth betting on in the opening rounds? Which future bets should have your attention? And what other bets stand out?

Here are ESPN experts Charlie Creme and Doug Kezirian with their best bets.

Tournament futures

UConn +900: The Huskies are healthy, and this version of UConn rolled up the most impressive collection of wins of any team in the country in November. Even without star Azzi Fudd in the lineup, the Huskies battled South Carolina, and now they wouldn’t have to face the Gamecocks until the national title game. Indiana would fall into this same category, but UConn has slightly better value. –– Creme

Maryland +4000: The Terps would have to meet South Carolina in the regional final but have the right…