DALLAS, Texas -- SMU advanced to the second round of the NIT with a 68-58 win over Nicholls Wednesday night, March 16, at Moody Coliseum.
With the win, SMU will face Washington State on Saturday, March 19 in Dallas. The Cougars defeated Santa Clara, 63-50, in the first round.
Michael and Marcus Weathers both led the Mustangs (24-8) with double-doubles. Michael Weathers had 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Marcus Weathers recorded 16 points and 11 rebounds.
The Mustangs held a big advantage in rebounding, 49-35, and had 18 free throws to Nicholls' three.