Utes hoping NIT experience pays off in long run for underclassmen

The Utes entered the postseason rallying around the idea of extending the season for their seniors, but when their postseason run ends, they’ll lose four starters to graduation.Utah’s NIT appearance, including the games and practices that come along with it, will likely benefit the program most in the form of additional court time for its underclassmen, who will likely have to step into bigger roles next season.The second-seeded Utes (20-11), who secured their fifth consecutive 20-w