What is the Maui Invitational?
The Maui Invitational is an annual college basketball tournament held every November in Maui, Hawaii. It is one of the most prestigious early-season tournaments in college basketball and has hosted some of the top teams in the country. The tournament began in 1984 and has been held at the Lahaina Civic Center in Maui since 2001.
Maui Invitational is a three-day event that usually consists of eight teams split into two four-team brackets, with the winners of each bracket meeting in the championship game. Teams usually play three games in the tournament, with the final game being the championship game.
Past winners of the Maui Invitational include Duke, North Carolina, Arizona, Indiana, Kansas, UCLA, Gonzaga, and Virginia. The tournament typically features a mix of power conference teams and mid-major programs.
When is the Maui Invitational?
The Maui Invitational is typically held in early November. This year, the tournament will be held November 25th-27th at the Lahaina Civic Center in Maui, Hawaii. The tournament is usually held on the Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of Thanksgiving week.
Which Teams are Participating in the Maui Invitational?
This year, the Maui Invitational will feature the following teams:
- Baylor
- BYU
- Gonzaga
- Michigan State
- North Carolina
- Oregon
- Saint Mary’s
- Virginia Tech
This year’s tournament features three of the top five teams in the AP Poll: #1 Gonzaga, #4 Virginia Tech, and #5 Baylor. The tournament also includes two of the top teams in the Big Ten: Michigan State and North Carolina.
Where Can I Watch the Maui Invitational?
The Maui Invitational will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2. All games will be streamed on the ESPN app and ESPN+ as well.
Cable TV
If you have cable TV, you can watch all of the Maui Invitational games on ESPN and ESPN2.
Streaming Services
The Maui Invitational will be streamed on the ESPN app and ESPN+. Both services require a subscription, but you can get a free trial for both services.
Online
You can also stream the Maui Invitational online at ESPN.com. You will need to log in with your cable or streaming service subscription in order to access the live stream.
How to Purchase Tickets to the Maui Invitational
If you are interested in attending the Maui Invitational in person, you can purchase tickets through the tournament’s website. The tournament typically sells tickets in packages, with one package including all three days of the tournament. Single-day tickets are also available.
What are the Rules of the Maui Invitational?
The Maui Invitational follows college basketball’s standard rules, with some exceptions. The tournament is typically played in two halves, with each half being 20 minutes. There is no overtime in the tournament, so games that are tied at the end of regulation are declared as a tie.
The Maui Invitational also has a unique rule known as the “Maui Miracle.” This rule states that if a team is trailing by three or more points in the final minute of the game, the team is allowed to shoot from anywhere on the court. If the shot is successful, the team is awarded three points instead of two.
What is the Format of the Maui Invitational?
The Maui Invitational is typically held in a two-bracket format. Each bracket consists of four teams, and the winners of each bracket will meet in the championship game. Teams usually play three games in the tournament.
The tournament typically starts on the Monday of Thanksgiving week, with the two semifinals taking place on Tuesday and the championship game taking place on Wednesday. Teams typically play two games on Monday and Tuesday, with the final game taking place on Wednesday.
Prizes for the Maui Invitational
The team that wins the Maui Invitational will receive a trophy and be crowned the tournament champion. The tournament also awards individual awards for the Most Valuable Player and the All-Tournament Team.
Conclusion
The Maui Invitational is one of the most prestigious early-season tournaments in college basketball. This year’s tournament will be held November 25th-27th at the Lahaina Civic Center in Maui, Hawaii and will feature some of the top teams in the country. You can watch the Maui Invitational on cable TV, streaming services, or online. You can also purchase tickets to the tournament through the tournament’s website. The tournament follows college basketball’s standard rules, with some exceptions. The team that wins the Maui Invitational will receive a trophy and be crowned the tournament champion.