xubrew Wrote:i don't think playing it in nyc would make all that much difference...if any.

I don't think you understand how UL and Memphis would both receive HUGE NATIONAL MEDIA EXPOSURE (even from non-sport outlets) if the game was played in NYC.

Yes...this game would get some nice exposure wherever it plays, but one can multiple it by 5-10 if the game was played in NYC...where Pitino/Calipari are still pretty popular today.

Duke/UNC is basketball tradition...especially with all their recent national titles between them while UL last won a national title in '86...and Memphis, while enjoying a 3 year Elite 8 streak, has never won one.

There is a BIG reason why Calipari/Pitino would prefer to have the game in NYC than say Nashville.

Its ok if you don't understand.

PS. Also probably having the best of the best prep kids from NYC area at the game as well would be a huge recruiting opportunity for both coaches...and they both know it.