Jordan Tucker launches a shot against Providence in the Big East Tournament. Butler faces Nebraska in the first round of the NIT on March 20. Jimmy Lafakis/Collegian file photo.
After a first-round exit from the Big East Tournament and failing to make the NCAA Tournament, the Butler men’s basketball team takes on the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the first round of the National Invitational Tournament (NIT). Here’s what you need to know heading into the matchup.
Who: No. 5 Butler @ No. 4 Nebraska
When: March 20, 9:00 pm EST
Where: Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln, Nebraska
How to watch/listen: ESPN2, 107.