Michigan State (6-1) enters the season as the favorite, but Kentucky may be the most talented team in the country with one of the nation's top recruiting classes joining three returning starters. If the 3-point shooting improves, the Wildcats should make their first Final Four appearance since 2015. 

Kansas wasn't its usual dominant self at the end of last year. But with the return of center Udoka Azubuike and the addition of Iowa transfer guard Isaiah Moss, expect the Jayhawks to once again be formidable come March. Kanas at 8-1 is the best bet on the board. 

Gonzaga lost three key seniors from last year's Elite 8 squad, but don't sleep on the Bulldogs. The Zags still have a ton of talent and bring in a much-hyped freshmen class; a tough early-season schedule will prepare them for another deep run. Gonzaga is great value at 20-1.

The Ducks are primed for another tournament run under Dana Altman after reaching at least the Sweet 16 in three of the last four years. Oregon has one of the nation's top guard tandems in Payton Pritchard and Anthony Mathis. No one's getting Oregon at 30-1 in March, so grab the Ducks now.

VCU? Don't laugh. The Rams are loaded. Led by five seniors, VCU returns eight players who averaged at least 14 minutes last season and boasts one of the deepest, most experienced teams in the country. If you want a long shot to back, look no further than the Rams at 100-1.