The Clemson Tigers play the Southern Methodist (SMU) Mustangs on Tuesday in the 2014 NIT final four. Tipoff is at 7:00 p.m. ET. Listen to the live radio broadcast or watch the live stream via the links provided below.
Their hopes of winning an NCAA Tournament are over, but there would be some solace to ending the season with the NIT championship. As the NIT Tournament semifinals begin on Tuesday, there's another perk: playing in the storied Madison Square Garden.
"I came to see the Globetrotters play when I was a kid," SMU coach Larry Brown, who grew up on Long Island, told the Associated Press. "I went to the matinee and evening games with my brother. It was an unbelievable thrill. I used to go to the Holiday Festival and NIT and the college doubleheaders whenever my brother or uncles would take me.
"It's always a thrill to watch games at the Garden and if you're lucky enough to play there, and I'm hopeful our kids will feel the same way."
Only one current SMU player has ever played in the Garden, according to the Associated Press. Sophomore forward Markus Kennedy played in the arena last year during his one season with Villanova.
"It is always a big deal to come to the Garden and it's such a great experience," said Kennedy. "The lights are definitely brighter out there. My teammates are excited about playing here, but they will handle it great."
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