Auburn capitalizes on Illinois State giveaways to run to NIT championship game
Auburn and Illinois State have advanced to the NIT semifinals after winning their quarterfinal games on Wednesday. They will face each other on April 2 at Hinkle Fieldhouse, joining Tulsa and New Mexico as the final four teams in the 2026 NIT.
Auburn and Illinois State won their quarterfinal games on Wednesday to advance to the NIT semifinals. Auburn defeated Nevada 75-69, while Illinois State beat Dayton 61-55. They will face each other on April 2 at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Tulsa and New Mexico also advanced to the semifinals, with Tulsa beating Wichita State 83-79 and New Mexico defeating Saint Joseph's 84-69. The NIT semifinals will take place on April 2, with the championship game scheduled for April 5. The final four teams are competing for the NIT title.
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