Stanford University is surely one of the most prestigious institutions known. It is recognized for its academic excellence, ...

The Stanford tree was dancing and the fans in the building ... Stanford star Maxime Raynaud said afterward. Did any casual basketball fan in the Carolinas know that stat? Not likely.

For the best programs, the way that they play in March is what can set them apart from the rest and if Stanford wants to become a force in college basketball, a good NIT showing can be the first step.