South Dakota State vs. UConn: 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament Predictions
Just like that, we are a day away from the Sweet 16 being set. With eight games on the schedule, fans and bettors will have some intriguing options open to them. We've taken a liking to three, and you can find them in our 'Best NCAAW Bets' list for the day.
Let's take a look at the games/markets in question. Here are our top picks and predictions for the 2025 NCAA Tournament Round 2 game South Dakota State vs. UConn.
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2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament Predictions: South Dakota State vs. UConn
(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)
South Dakota State vs. UConn
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Watch: ESPN
South Dakota State earned a date with UConn after defeating the No. 7 seed Oklahoma State Cowboys, 74-68, in the first round. The Jackrabbits fell behind 31-24 in the first half but dominated the second half by outscoring Oklahoma State 50-37 to win by six.
However, competing with and beating an Oklahoma State team (No. 30 in scoring; No. 86 in points allowed) is not the same as facing one of the best teams in the country. UConn ranks first in points allowed this season at 51.3 and is in the top ten in scoring (81.5 points per game).
UConn shoots well from the field (51.1%), spreads the ball around (21.1 assists per game), doesn't turn the ball over much (No. 6, 7.97 per game), or commits many fouls (No. 5, 12.5 per game).
South Dakota State is a solid team when it's playing other mid-majors, but when they try to take a step up in class, not so much (0-3 vs. Quad 1 teams). They'll put up a valiant effort against the Huskies, but they don't belong on the same court as UConn. The Huskies will not blow them out of the water right away, but they'll cover the spread.
Pick: UConn -26.5 (-110)