Seton Hall guard Kadary Richmond, the 6-foot-6 senior point guard, faces a momentous decision on whether to return for another season after winning the NIT Championship, with chants of "One more year" from fellow students during the school's celebration.
Seton Hall's decision to play in the NIT championship despite missing out on the NCAA Tournament paid off as they secured a thrilling 79-77 victory over Indiana State. The team's determination to compete and win was evident, providing a memorable experience for players, fans, and coaches. While the NIT title may not fully erase the disappointment of missing the NCAA Tournament, it represents a significant achievement and adds to the program's history. Coach Shaheen Holloway's leadership and the team's performance have left a lasting impact, potentially influencing future basketball teams to embrace the opportunity to play more games.
Jaden Bediako made a game-saving block in the final seconds of the NIT championship game, securing Seton Hall's 79-77 victory over Indiana State and the program's first NIT crown since 1953. Despite being under the weather and scoreless, Bediako's hustle play epitomized his selfless attitude and contribution to the team, proving to be the final piece to the puzzle for Seton Hall's successful season.
Seton Hall rallied late to win the NIT championship, defeating Indiana State 79-77 with a decisive run in the final minutes. Dre Davis scored the winning layup with 16 seconds left, capping off his 18-point performance in his hometown of Indianapolis. Al-Amir Dawes led the Pirates with 24 points, earning the tournament's Most Outstanding Player title, while Indiana State's Isaiah Swope scored 19 points in the losing effort.
Indiana State loses a close NIT championship game to Seton Hall, with Seton Hall emerging victorious with a 79-77 win. Despite a strong performance from Indiana State, including standout players Isaiah Swope and Julian Larry, Seton Hall's Kadary Richmond and Al-Amir Dawes led their team to victory. The game was marked by several lead changes and a thrilling finish, showcasing the talent of both teams.
Seton Hall, after being snubbed by the NCAA Tournament, advances to the NIT championship game against Indiana State. The Pirates defeated Georgia 84-67, with Al-Amir Dawes, Kadary Richmond, and Dre Davis leading the charge. Seton Hall will play for its first NIT title since 1953, proving that they are a strong team despite the initial snub from the NCAA Tournament.
North Texas beat UAB 68-61 to win the NIT championship, but UAB missed many free throws and officials missed two obvious shot-clock violations on the Mean Green, which led to five undeserved points that changed a tight game down the stretch. North Texas coach Grant McCasland called it the biggest game in North Texas history, but UAB basketball is still in a great place.