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UC Irvine Advances to First-Ever NIT Championship with Comeback Win Over North Texas

The Anteaters overcame a 15-point deficit to secure a 69-67 victory, setting a program record for wins and earning a spot in Thursday's final against Chattanooga.

Jurian Dixon #24 of the UC Irvine Anteaters drives against Nordin Kapic #24 of the UC San Diego Tritons in the first half of the Big West Men's Basketball Tournament Championship game at Lee's Family Forum on March 15, 2025 in Henderson, Nevada.
UC Irvine’s Myles Che handles the ball during their NIT semifinal against North Texas on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. Che had 11 points as the Anteaters held on for a 69-67 win. They will play in the championship game on Thursday night. (Photo courtesy of NIT)

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