It's not like the Cougars aren't talented either. They ranked No. 9 in offensive efficiency in college basketball this season, via KenPom.com, with the best 3-point percentage in the nation. The defense was No. 1, and that's obvious any time you watch Houston.

Here are the early betting odds for the Florida Gators vs Houston Coughars matchup in the 2025 NCAA Tournament National Championship Game on Monday.

Houston Cougars vs Florida Gators men's national championship game odds for NCAA Tournament March Madness, with point spread, moneyline, over/under.

Houston uncorked mayhem in the penultimate game of this year's NCAA Tournament with an amazing comeback Saturday to defeat Duke 70-67 in the Final Four. The Cougars erased a 14-point second-half deficit and closed on a 25-8 run to stun the Blue Devils,

Duke had spent much of the season looking like like it was headed to a coronation behind Associated Press national player of the year Cooper Flagg and a roster boasting elite efficiency at both ends.

The Houston Cougars stormed back to top the Duke Blue Devils Saturday night to earn a spot in the national championship game on Monday against Florida. It’s a game you can see on KHOU 11 or you can join us at our watch party downtown!

Take a look at a breakdown of the Florida Gators vs Houston Cougars in the 2025 NCAA Tournament National Championship Game on Monday night.

Houston rallied from a 14-point deficit and erased Duke’s title hopes Saturday in a 70-67 stunner at the Final Four. The Cougars will play Florida on Monday night for the championship.

Houston secured the second spot in the NCAA men's tournament title game with a furious rally to defeat Duke. The Cougars will face Florida on Monday.