After winning the first three games of the 2015 Big Ten Tournament, thoughts of a National Invitational Tournament bid loomed the minds of Nittany Lions fans.
Much to their dismay, the Lions weren’t asked to compete in the NIT last season, despite their strong conference tournament finish.
Once again, the Lions (16-16) didn’t receive an invitation for the NIT in 2016. They didn’t deserve it.
Coach Patrick Chambers continues to stress his program’s future, telling fans to stay patient while he builds a winning team and a basketball culture in Happy Valley.
Yet on Sunday evening, just 15 minutes after the NIT teams were announced on ESPNU, Chambers sent out a statement about the Lions’ decision not to seek other postseason opportunities.