Florida vs Houston picks, prediction, odds for 2025 men's NCAA championship game.

The national championship game in the men's NCAA Tournament is set. Will it be Houston or Florida cutting down the nets?

It was a spectacular night on Saturday in San Antonio. Neither Final Four matchup disappointed as Florida used a strong second half to take down top overall seed Auburn, while Houston pulled off an incredible late comeback to stun Duke in dramatic fashion.

After 68 teams started the NCAA Tournament three weeks ago, we are now down to two with the Gators and Cougars playing for the national championship Monday. Both teams have proved they are the best teams in college basketball, but only one will have it's one shining moment.

Florida vs. Houston national championship odds

According to betMGM, as of Sunday morning.

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Moneyline: Florida (-1.5)

Spread: Florida (-120); Houston (+100)

Over/under: 141.5

Florida vs. Houston national championship picks, predictions

Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY: Houston beats Florida

Jeremy Cluff, The Arizona Republic: Houston beats Florida

USA TODAY Network: Houston will win national championship over Florida

Bookies.com: Bet Florida to cover vs Houston

Bill Speros writes: "All hail the Chompions! Florida wins its first national title since 2007 and covers in a gritty, low-scoring affair."

Sporting News: Houston 72, Florida 69

Bill Bender writes: "Florida is 3-1 S/U and 3-1 ATS as an underdog this season. Houston is 2-0 S/U and 2-0 ATS when favored by three points or less. Both teams have a charmed season feel to it, and it's going to come down to who controls that tempo. It's a toss-up, but if the Cougars make it difficult for Clayton and hold the Gators under 70 points, then Sampson will finally win that national title."

College Sports Network: Florida 71, Houston 69

It writes: "The X-factor may be fatigue. Houston used a lot of energy in its comeback against Duke, while Florida controlled much of its semifinal after building a steady lead. The Cougars can’t afford another slow start—or they’ll be chasing Clayton for 40 minutes."