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- ↑ Reynolds, Dave (March 11, 2018). "Bradley turns down CBI, CIT invitations". Journal Star. Retrieved June 28, 2018.
- ↑ "Oakland Declines Invites to CIT and CBI Postseason Tournaments". Oakland University Athletics. March 9, 2018. Archived from the original on March 13, 2018. Retrieved March 12, 2018.
- ↑ Buckey, Brian (March 11, 2018). "Toledo exceeds expectations, but falls short of ultimate goal". The Blade . Retrieved March 12, 2018.
- ↑ Epps, Jr., Wayne (March 12, 2018). "Health top factor in VCU's decision to pass on postseason". Richmond Times-Dispatch . Retrieved March 12, 2018.
Rhoades said VCU was invited to play in the 16-team College Basketball Invitational.
- ↑ CBS Sports CBI Scores