NIT 2023: Bracket, schedule, and scores

Here’s the total bracket, schedule and scores for this yr’s event.

It’s NIT TIME BABY! (extraordinarily Dick Vitale voice). The National Invitational Tournament is upon us, and whereas many groups will probably be disenchanted they’re in competitors to develop into the most effective bridesmaid of March, slightly than the bride, there’s nonetheless numerous satisfaction to play for.

Each yr the NIT options one main snub who turns into the favourite to run the desk. This yr it’s Rutgers. The Scarlet Knights had each ounce of justification to be within the NCAA event, however have been pushed simply exterior the bubble.

That doesn’t imply a Rutgers win must be thought of a foregone conclusion. Yes, they’re an excellent crew — however final yr Texas A&M was the massive NCAA snub and ended up shedding to Xavier 73-72 within the NIT last.

The huge edge the NIT has at all times held over the NCAA event is ambiance. Sure, taking part in at huge unbiased websites brings cash and parity to the game, however there’s one thing to be stated for protecting the on-campus ambiance just like the NIT does. It’s because of this that the seeded groups get to play at residence to open the event, with the campus websites internet hosting till the quarterfinals are full. Curiously you’ll see that this omits Oklahoma State, who should journey regardless of being a No. 1 seed due to a previous dedication on campus to host the NCAA Wrestling Championships.

The 2023 NIT Schedule

First Round

Tuesday, March 14

• Hofstra 88, No. 1 Rutgers 86 OT
• No. 3 Michigan 90, Toledo 80
• No. 4 UAB 88, Southern Miss 60
• No. 3 Liberty 62, Villanova 57
• No. 2 Vanderbilt 71, Yale 62
• No. 2 Wisconsin 81, Bradley 62
• Eastern Washington 81, No. 4 Washington State 74
• No. 3 Colorado 65, Seton Hall 64

Wednesday, March 15

• No. 1 Oklahoma State 69, Youngstown State 64
• UCF 67, No. 4 Florida 49
• Morehead State 68, No. 1 Clemson 64
• No. 2 North Texas 69, Alcorn 53
• No. 3 Sam Houston 58, Santa Clara 56
• No. 4 Cincinnati 81, Virginia Tech 72
• Utah Valley 83, No. 2 New Mexico 69
• No. 1 Oregon vs. UC Irvine | 11 p.m. | ESPN2

Second Round

Saturday, March 18

• No. 3 Michigan vs. No. 2 Vanderbilt | 12 p.m. | ESPN

Sunday, March 19

Quarterfinals

Tuesday, March 21

Wednesday, March 22

Semifinals

Tuesday, March 28

Finals

Thursday, March 30