NCAA Basketball 2025 Forecast: Saint Mary's Gaels Gambling Predictions

NCAA Basketball 2025 Forecast: Saint Mary's Gaels Gambling Predictions

Fired Up about Saint Mary's in March Madness? Grab a seat, buddy! It's time to talk hoops and betting, San Francisco style. The Saint Mary's Gaels have been on a rollercoaster ride in the college basketball scene, and with March Madness just around the corner, the stakes are higher than ever.

The Gaels Gonna Gal-ivant AgainWith a flawless four-year streak of March Madness runs, the Saint Mary's team is geared up for another rodeo. They've' racked up 26+ wins in each of those seasons, and the betting markets are giving them a whopping 10000-to-1 odds to snag the tournament win.

Betting on the Gaels: Where and HowYou might be scratching your head, wondering how to get in on this action. Well, fret not, bud! While traditional sports betting isn't legal yet within the Golden State, there are some nifty workarounds. International sports betting sites operate freely here and offer the chance to get your wagers down on your beloved Gaels.

The Gaels' Performance: A Quick ReviewThroughout the regular season and WCC tourney, the Gaels have shown a bit of a mixed bag performance when it comes to the spread. They're at 14-16 in ATS (against the spread), but with a 13.4 winning margin, they're one of the West Coast Conference's top dogs. They've finished their season on a high note, dominating their last 18 games and going 11-7 ATS during that streak.

Leading the ChargeThe Lithuanian duo of Augustas Marciulionis and Paulius Murauskas has been instrumental in the Gaels' success. They've been combining for an impressive 27.2 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game. Murauskas has been particularly phenomenal, scoring 32+ points, rebounds, and assists in three of his last five games. Marciulionis has also been on fire, racking up 27+ PRA in six of his last eight.

March Madness History: A Brief RecapWhile this marks their fourth consecutive tournament, the Gaels have yet to make it past the first two rounds in any of their appearances. Can they break that streak this year? Guess we'll have to watch and see!

Heads Up! Potential Legal Sports Betting in CaliforniaNow here's a little tidbit: sports betting might eventually become a thing in the Golden State. In 2025, some major betting operators and California tribes are discussing a plan to legalize online sports betting. While it's still a ways off, 2026 could potentially be the year when sports betting is revisited in California.

DFS and Horse Racing as AlternativesIn the meantime, you can still get your betting fix by participating in Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) or placing bets on horse racing. DFS is legal in California, and platforms like FanDuel and DraftKings offer fantasy competitions for March Madness. As for horse racing, California also allows legal betting on the sport through tracks like Santa Anita Park or online racebooks.

So there you have it, mate! With the odds stacked in their favor, the Saint Mary's Gaels are poised to make a splash in this year's March Madness. Who knows? They might just win it all! Just remember, bet responsibly, and enjoy the games!

Note: All ages and readers are advised to research local and state laws before participating in betting activities.

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[2] Daily Fantasy Sports: How to play and water cooler talk. Accessed July 31, 2022. https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/02/17/daily-fantasy-sports-how-to-play-and-water-cooler-talk/

[3] California horse racing tracks. Accessed July 31, 2022. https://www.horsebetting.com/california-horse-racing

[4] California online sports betting plans shivering on ice. Accessed July 31, 2022. https://www.legalsportsreport.com/california/sports-betting/online-sportsbook-plans-california/

[5] California sports betting bill backed by tribes and FanDuel. Accessed July 31, 2022. https://www.espn.com/gm/story/_/id/33639149/california-sports-betting-bill-backed-tribes-fanduel-could-legalize-mobile-betting-2023

1. The Saint Mary's Gaels, known for their four-year streak in March Madness, are given odds of 10000-to-1 to win the tournament by betting markets.
2. While traditional sports betting isn't legal in California, international sports betting sites allow wagers on the Gaels.
3. During the regular season and WCC tourney, the Gaels have shown a mixed bag performance, with a 14-16 record against the spread but a 13.4 winning margin.
4. The Lithuanian duo of Augustas Marciulionis and Paulius Murauskas have been key contributors to the Gaels' success, combining for 27.2 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game.
5. With sports betting potentially becoming legal in California in 2026, Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) and horse racing are alternative ways to get a betting fix.
6. The Gaels have yet to advance past the first two rounds in any of their March Madness appearances, leaving the possibility open for a historic run this year.

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