NIT or NCAA: Oklahoma

Throughout the season we'll look at bubble teams and assess whether they have a better chance of ending up in the NIT or NCAA Tournament.

Team: Oklahoma Sooners

Record: 19-10 (7-7 Big 12)

Good Wins: at West Virginia, Arkansas, Gonzaga, at Baylor

Bad Losses: at Colorado, at Nebraska, Stephen F. Austin

Comments: Oklahoma has withstood injuries to freshman star Blake Griffin and senior center Longar Longar. The Sooners were 1-3 in Big 12 games where either player was unavailable.

They played an above average non-conference schedule and played real road games.

Other Views: They are 30th in RPI, 59th on Basketball State, 35th by the Sagarin Ratings.

Verdict: The Sooners should be in thanks to a good non-conference schedule and performance along with a solid performance in the Big 12. The injuries suffered during the season have to be taken into account which helps their case.