We want to make this as exciting, and meaningful and inclusive as possible.

The objective of the NIT is to restore its heritage as a meaningful postseason tournament.

I know how exciting it is for the fans. But the games are so meaningful right now, it's hard to take for us.

The NCAA tournament is the ultimate prize, and that's the way we want it. But there is an unquenchable thirst out there for college basketball -- and hey, there is always somebody out there willing to marry the ugly stepsister.

Dave has been like a kid in a candy store for the last few months. He's loving every minute of putting the tournament together, and he's doing a great job.

We want as many visitors as close to the action as possible, and that centralized action can ensure that Indianapolis remains in the forefront of our host families.