Alabama vs Hofstra Predictions, Picks, Odds for the First Round of the NCAA Tournament

Our March Madness experts predict the winner of the 2026 NCAA Tournament between #4 Alabama and #13 Hofstra on March 20th.

NCAA Tournament 1st Round Alabama vs.Hofstra Predictions, Picks, Odds

The first round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Tournament continues Friday with No. 4 Alabama taking on No. 13 Hofstra in a 16-game schedule.

Here's the full schedule for the first round of March Madness on Friday and expert picks from USA TODAY Sports Network broadcasters.

USA TODAY Sports has a team of reporters covering the Men's NCAA Tournament, bringing you the latest information on every point, rebound and game-winning play in the 68-team tournament.

Join USA TODAY $1 Million Bracket Challenge No.4 Alabama vs. No.13 Hofstra Predictions

- Ehsan Qasim: Hofstra.

- John Leuzzi: Alabama

- Craig Meyer: Alabama

- Jordan Mendoza: Alabama

Odds of No. 4 Alabama vs. No. 13 Hofstra

- Opening Money Line: Alabama (-675)

- Spread: Alabama (-12.5)

- Opening total: 162.5

How to watch Alabama vs Hofstra today

No. 4 Alabama will face No. 13 Hofstra at the Benchmark International Arena on March 20 at 3:15 p.m.The game will air on truTV.

Watch March Madness live on the full Fubo2026 Men's March Madness schedule.

See schedules, live scores and results from all current NCAA Tournament action here.

- 17.-18.March: First Four

- March 19-20: First round

- March 21-22: Second round

- March 26-27: Sweet 16

- 28.–29.March: Elite 8

- April 4: Final Four

- April 6: National Championship

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