The region’s “little basketball team with the big, loud following” was the Cinderella team of the NCAA basketball tournament – but we aren’t talking about Gonzaga.

Top-seed Houston could be in trouble with a looming second-round matchup that threatens to derail national title hopes.

Great coaching matchups, chances for redemption, mascot shots and highly ranked teams make the opening weekend highly anticipated.

The Santa Clara Broncos and UC Riverside Highlanders play in the National Invitation Tournament. Tuesday's game will be the second meeting of the season between the two teams.