South Alabama's basketball season concluded prematurely after the team's invitation to the NIT was unexpectedly rescinded. Head coach Richie Riley deemed the situation unacceptable after being initially informed of their selection when UC Riverside declined their invitation. Shortly after informing his team, the situation reversed as UC Riverside managed to take up their NIT bid again. The NIT and Sun Belt conference apologized for the premature communication, regretting the emotional effect it had on the South Alabama players. South Alabama finished their season with a record of 21-11, marking a successful yet abrupt end to their campaign.
Riley expressed deep disappointment over the decision, stating, 'This is unacceptable. You can't do that,' highlighting the emotional toll on the team.
The NIT and the Sun Belt conference clarified that South Alabama's invitation was a premature contact, apologizing for the emotional impact it had on the team.
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