"The combined UC Riverside-CBI-NIT-South Alabama cluster truck is way bigger than the North Carolina-WVU dust up IMO (in my opinion)," Dodd tweeted. "Think of Carolina being called today and told ...

UC Riverside will begin its NIT run on Tuesday evening at 11 p.m. ET against second-seeded Santa Clara. It's a huge moment for head coach Mike Magpayo and the Highlanders.

My best bet: UC Riverside +11 (-110 at bet365) Tonight’s UC Riverside Highlanders vs. Santa Clara Broncos first-round NIT matchup should be a late-night thriller. UC Riverside is tidy with the rock.

South Alabama coach Richie Riley rips NIT after rescinded invite to play. The replacement team, UC Riverside, was beaten by 39 points in first round.

South Alabama coach Richie Riley rips NIT after rescinded invite to play. The replacement team, UC Riverside, was beaten by 39 points in first round.