Saint Joseph's men's basketball team is set to compete in the NIT against Colorado State on March 18, marking their 19th appearance in the tournament. This season, the Hawks have a record of 22-11, achieving 20+ wins for three consecutive years. Justice Ajogbor and Derek Simpson highlight a roster recognized with several Atlantic 10 All-Conference honors. The matchup will be the first in history between Saint Joseph's and Colorado State in men's basketball.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Joseph's has overall NIT record of 16-18; last win in the tournament was in 2006.
  • Justice Ajogbor leads with 158 career blocks in just two seasons.
State of Play
  • SJU has a strong road record with 7-3 in their last 10 away games.
  • The Hawks are 5-0 in games decided by three points or less this season.
What's Next

The winner of the game will move on to face either Cal or UIC in the Second Round of the NIT, scheduled for March 21 or 22, in a road game.

Bottom Line

Saint Joseph's aims to break a long NIT win drought while showcasing their resilient defense and scoring ability, looking to extend their postseason journey significantly.