2023 First Four: Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs. SE Missouri State Odds, Opening Spread

Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs. Southeast Missouri State Odds

With the men's 2023 NCAA Tournament bracket finally set, March Madness is officially underway.

Find out how Texas A&M Corpus Christi and Southeast Missouri State match up statistically for their First Four game, plus how our college basketball betting experts are projecting this first-round matchup to play out.

Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs Southeast Missouri State will tip off at 6:40 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 14 on truTV.

And for more analysis on this First Four matchup, head over to our SEMO vs. Texas A&M-CC Odds, Picks | NCAA Tournament First Four Betting Guide (Tuesday, Mar. 14)

Statistical Matchup

Instant Analysis

The Islanders are on familiar turf here, having lost in the play-in game to Texas Southern last season. Essentially the entire rotation is back from that squad, so don’t expect TAMU-CC to be intimidated in this spot.

One veteran will likely not be available, though: Terrion Murdix. The Islanders’ highest-usage player went down with a knee injury in the Southland Tournament, and his absence could be crucial.

For its part, SEMO is rolling. The Redhawks won four games in four days to take the OVC crown, and bowling ball guard Chris Harris will be a handful.

Expect a shootout here. Both teams are very willing to run; SEMO is top 10 nationally in pace. TAMU-CC will likely dominate the interior, while SEMO’s lethal backcourt can get hot in a hurry.

— Jim Root

For more coverage of the 2023 NCAA Tournament and Selection Sunday, make sure to check out our experts' live reactions to the bracket reveal and the Selection Sunday live show, where you can get their instant analysis on every matchup as well as some early insights to help you make your bets.

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