Top four prediction, odds, best bets

In 1504 in Florence, Michelangelo’s David was unveiled to universal praise.

Now imagine that a quarter of a century later, the sculptor is told to improve on perfection.

He is ordered to add a tail to the back of his masterpiece.

That’s how I feel about the First Four, starting with Arizona versus Nevada.

Arizona State (-2.5) over Nevada

Advanced metrics would happily snatch the Wolf Pack and free points.

For most of the season, it would have been the smart play.

But it’s been nearly three weeks since Nevada’s last win and they’ve lost three straight games in which they’ve made less than 28% of their 3-pointers.

Arizona State’s elite defense will make it difficult for the Wolf Pack to regain their rhythm or confidence.

Betting on college basketball?

Sun Devils starters Desmond Cambridge Jr. and Warren Washington should be ready, having spent the previous two seasons in Nevada.