Is Your Bracket Filled Out? Where to Watch Slam Dunks Over Beer in Royal Oak

The annual NCAA Division I men's college basketball tournament is under way this week, and it wouldn't be March without the bracket. (You'll find a handy, printable bracket in the PDF to the right of this text.) 

Here's the Michigan State Spartans and the Michigan Wolverines lineup on Thursday:

• MSU vs. Valparaiso — 12:15 p.m. (CBS)
• Michigan vs. South Dakota State — 7:15 p.m. (CBS)

[Those games will take place just up the road at the Palace in Auburn Hills. If you're going to the Palace, please check out Patch's real-time traffic map for the latest road conditions.]

But if you like the company of other fans when you cheer on Michigan teams, there are plenty of local bars in Royal Oak with the game turned on.

BlackFinn Restaurant & Saloon: The popular, group-friendly downtown Royal Oak spot will have the games on, of course. 

526 Main: The March Madness tournaments will be shown at the dueling piano bar, which offers a wide selection of food and drink. The venue has about 10 TVs on the lower level and upper level.

O'Toole's: This downtown Irish American grill and bar is a favorite spot for sports fans with plenty of TVs. Grab a group of friends and try the Power Towers of beer.

Mr. B's Pub: This huge mainstay on Main Street is built for sports fans. Mr. B's boasts more than 42 flat screen TVs, two big screens and two video walls so you won't miss a play.