NIT or is season over?

[braves16]

NIT Stu has us projected to play Colorado St. If we can't get a P6 draw, CSU is probably the next best possibility. Exciting young team.

If it's CSU, we would get to see former UNI player, Bowen Born.

[yoda]

Plus a couple other former Valley guys, Niko Medved & Ali Farokhmanesh

[MacabreMob]

I suspect the players will be judging how playing in the NIT could boost their NIL.

[tomahawk chop]

I would hope they want to play just because how things ended badly. this also would be taking into consideration your younger team mates that want to play extra games.

[Braves2006]

I guess I'm in the minority. If the team's heart isn't going to be into playing in the NIT, then don't play. I don't want to see a half-ass effort and a 20 point loss. If the team can regroup and put their efforts into making a run in the NIT, then I'm all for it.

I couldn't agree more Southside. Exactly how I feel as well. BW made it sound like this could possibly be the case after the loss on the postgame show. I am sure he feels the same too. If they regroup and get a hunger to play... then let's do this! If not... I would rather sit it out then see them get creamed again.

[BengalFan14]

Heck - we have upper-classmen who barely played who supported the senior starters and team for years. I think Coach W should make the decision, with the benefit in mind of the younger guys to have post-season experience...if the starting seniors don't want to play, have the bench seniors play, who supposedly worked as hard as anyone else. Those guys and the fans are at least deserving of an opportunity to have the season continue.

Coach Wardle needs to stand up and say, "Hey we're puttin' on the Bradley unis one more time and if you don't want to have another chance, then you can just watch, and let that Drake game be your last ever in college."

Have to be in 100%. We have to be able to put a good product on the floor.

[Dub]

Prove’m was a public statement about “NCAA or bust.” I respect it, and it’s hard core. Every effort was made by our players and staff. I was there supporting it every step of the way.

However, in the position we find ourselves in now I believe it would be wise to reconsider, regroup, and rebound. Through the ups and downs of life… a group of high character competitors now find themselves in another opportunity to compete.

[LittleBrave]

Prove’m was a public statement about “NCAA or bust.” I respect it, and it’s hard core. Every effort was made by our players and staff. I was there supporting it every step of the way.

However, in the position we find ourselves in now I believe it would be wise to reconsider, regroup, and rebound. Through the ups and downs of life… a group of high character competitors now find themselves in another opportunity to compete.

This is EXACTLY how I feel, Dub. If we truly have tough-minded guys who love playing with/for each other, they will find a way to be resilient and keep playing. I will probably think a little less of this group should they decide to end the season. IMO, they still have something to prove. Can't be afraid to fail and endure more heartbreak losing in the NIT.

Hannah and Duke both said it - 1 game doesn't define them. So get over it and get back on the floor and do what you do!

[Steve Zalutsky]

I Hope Bradley goes 100% all in for the NIT! I would love to see them get to Historic Hinkle fieldhouse! I saw Butler play Connecticut their and the environment is Awesome! I would enjoy Bradley playing Butler or St.Louis in the first game! Midwest Schools we can relate to especially St.Louis with there coach from Indiana State last year! We will see....time will tell!

[LittleBrave]

I Tweeted Coach Wardle just now:
"We Love you Coach! Nobody better to lead our Braves. Speaking for BU fans, REALLY hoping to see you guys continue the season, which has been amazing."

[Nashville Cat]

I hate to wax sentimental but the NIT is the most historic tournament in basketball and is deeply respected by most. The only exceptions are the spoiled-ass power conference teams that are used to getting NCAA bids with 15 win mediocrity.

[Bradley3342]

I hate to wax sentimental but the NIT is the most historic tournament in basketball and is deeply respected by most. The only exceptions are the spoiled-ass power conference teams that are used to getting NCAA bids with 15 win mediocrity.

Well said Nashville Cat.

[LittleBrave]

I hate to wax sentimental but the NIT is the most historic tournament in basketball and is deeply respected by most. The only exceptions are the spoiled-ass power conference teams that are used to getting NCAA bids with 15 win mediocrity.

You could replace the 8 teams with the best record in the NIT with the last 8 At-Large teams in the NCAA tourney and have a MUCH stronger Big Dance.