Why are there hardly any independents left ?

[Marquette_Fan]

Need a college basketball expert to answer this question. Been wondering about this for a long time.

How come Marquette for years was an independent but then they joined a conference ?

I remember when teams like Depaul, Norte Dame and Marquette were all independents.

I know that Norte Dame is still independent in football but I mean basketball.

Why did that have to change ?

[GGGG]

Because you need to have a conference to build up your schedule and have a legit chance at the NCAA tournament.  Also, it gives you a more steady stream of revenue.  What kind of TV deal could MU get as an independent?

[tower912]

It all boils down to money.   "But Notre Dame.....oh, yeah, I forgot about that huge contract from NBC..."   

[4everwarriors]

Need a college basketball expert to answer this question. Been wondering about this for a long time.

How come Marquette for years was an independent but then they joined a conference ?

I remember when teams like Depaul, Norte Dame and Marquette were all independents.

I know that Norte Dame is still independent in football but I mean basketball.

Why did that have to change ?

Dude, being new and everything, I just want to clue ya. If you need an expert, basketball-wise or on any other matter, pm ZFFB. The cat won't steer you wrong.

[GGGG]

It all boils down to money.   "But Notre Dame.....oh, yeah, I forgot about that huge contract from NBC..."   

Their contract with NBC isn't huge.  B10 and SEC schools make more money with their current contracts.

[willie warrior]

Their contract with NBC isn't huge.  B10 and SEC schools make more money with their current contracts.

With ND, it all boils down to Fan and School Arrogance.