Our RPI is up to a healthy 43 right now

[ImperialOrange]

the problem with that theory is that the NCAA also owns the NIT, and sticking a brand name team with a traveling fan base in there can have a larger impact on the bottom line of the little tournament than it would on the big dance

Didn't help the team in 07 when they had a very similar tournament resume (22-10, 10-6 in conference, and not many good wins). I don't think the committee thinks about brand name to be honest. Kentucky was 21-11 just two years ago and ended up in the NIT.

True but Greenberg and Va Tech regardless

 

[jordoo]

Chino crosscheck the ND front line into submission. That's one top50 win right there.

 

[pearl31]

btw, #40 in KenPom

 

[JeremyCuse]

This season is really all about developing the underclassmen for a run next year. It would have been ideal if CMc showed improvement but decided to return. His injury is a setback for him and the team.

This is spot on. Unfortunately there might not be a run to make next year which is why missing the tourney this year could really hurt.