The NIT Tournament 2025 kicked off its bracket reveal on Sunday, March 16, setting the stage for a thrilling 32-team showdown. Top seeds SMU, Dayton, UC Irvine, and San Francisco headline the field, with games tipping off Tuesday, March 18. USA news live 2025 brings you the latest—college basketball’s second-biggest dance heads to Indianapolis for the April 3 finale!
What’s the Buzz on NIT Tournament 2025?
Action starts fast. The NIT Tournament 2025 launched with SMU hosting Northern Iowa, Dayton facing Florida Atlantic, and more on campus sites. X buzzes—“NIT’s back, Indy’s calling!”—as fans gear up for upsets. After big names like Indiana and South Carolina snubbed invites, mid-majors like Wichita State and Bradley seized the spotlight. The semifinals hit Hinkle Fieldhouse on April 1, championship on April 3.
Key highlights
- Start: Tuesday, March 18.
- Top Seeds: SMU, Dayton, UC Irvine, San Francisco.
- Finale: April 3, 9 PM ET, ESPN.
Why’s America Watching?
It’s redemption season. The NIT Tournament 2025 gives snubbed teams—like SMU, who missed the NCAA for the eighth straight year—a shot at glory. USA news live 2025 tracks X chatter—“SMU’s NIT run starts now!”—as underdogs eye Indy. With the new College Basketball Crown stealing some thunder, the NIT’s legacy still shines, drawing die-hard hoops fans.
What’s Next for the NIT?
The road heats up. First-round clashes like Wichita State at Oklahoma State (March 18, 8 PM CT, ESPN2) promise fireworks. Quarterfinals hit March 25-26, with four survivors advancing to Indy. USA news live 2025 stays live—can Dayton repeat history? X asks—“Who’s cutting down the nets?”—updates fly.
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