The same reasons why we want to be in the NBE is why recruits will chose NBE schools over UD (not always, but more times than not).
We want to be in NBE for better exposure and to to face better competition, which more times than not will lead to more success (and we can make more $). Are these not the very things recruits consider when comparing A10 schools to NBE schools? If we get in the NBE we likely have better rapport with higher level recruits, which in turn will lead to more sustained succes.
Sure the competition in NBE is better, but we will be better too. It's all about how this program can evolve and improve. Nova/X/Butler/Creighton have all evolved and improved.
A first place finish in the 14 team A10 this year is projecting us as an 8 seed. In the NBE this year a 5th place finish (of just 10 schools) is also projecting an 8 seed. I fail to see the logic in being the big fish in a small pond is an advantage because at the end of the day we have a lower ceiling. If we are in NBE this year we have more opportunities for marque wins, and maybe we can jump up to a 5/6/7 seed.
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