Peoria Journal-Star · Mar 15, 2018
Wessler: Bradley basketball wise to avoid CBI and CIT
The college basketball postseason is now in full gear, Bradley is not part of it, and that’s fine. For now.
The Braves are on the climb, but they’re not NCAA or NIT worthy quite yet. They’re on track to get back there soon enough. They passed on the opportunity to participate in the CBI or CIT. Good. There is zero reason for BU to splash in either alphabet-soup bowl. Ever.
To start with, paying an entry fee to play postseason ball is absurd. Better to spend the money on recruiting or other enhancements to the program that yield tangible benefits beyond padding the record. Earn your spot in a real tournament or stay home.