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The National Invitation Tournament

Once the premier post-season tournament in the college basketball world, the NIT has been diminished to "undercard to March Madness" status. Here's a look at the past, present and future of the National Invitation Tournament.
About the NIT
The champions of the National Invitation Tournament, from its inception in 1938 until today.
2009 NIT Field
The 32 teams invited to the 2009 National Invitation Tournament
About the NIT
Once upon a time, the NIT was the premier event on the college basketball calendar. Now, at it's best it's considered an undercard to March Madness. Here's a look at the National Invitation Tournament, past, present and future.
NIT Schedule and Results
Complete 2008 Post Season NIT schedule and results from ESPN.com.
Official Site of the NIT
The official website of the National Invitation Tournament with current and historic brackets, results and information.
2008 NIT Bracket (PDF)
Downloadable version of the 2008 NIT bracket in Adobe PDF format.

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