It gets absolutely no media exposure, it might as well be preseason. Sure it’s some extra games but playing for #69 in the nation isn’t something to be proud of. At least that’s the perception.
Disagree about the #69, but, yeah, its very much under the radar. Still its extra games and extra practice, that will hopefully pay dividends next season. Hopefully there will be a good showing for an SEC opponent traveling to the Huntsman (rare in itself!).
The only redeeming thing about the NIT is the chance to see the Utes in action for at least another game. Crowd will probably be about as sparse as the first game, perhaps even more so with school out. Hey, at least parking won’t be an issue.