Doug Gottlieb’s Green Bay reportedly pursuing NCAA waiver to compete in TBT
Awful AnnouncingSunday, May 25, 2025 at 12:00:22 PM
Doug Gottlieb, the head coach of Green Bay’s men’s basketball team, is reportedly trying to get an NCAA waiver that would allow his squad to compete in The Basketball Tournament (TBT), a high-profile summer event featuring former college stars and pros. It’s an unusual move—college teams don’t typically play in TBT—but if approved, it could give Green Bay extra exposure and a chance to test themselves against tougher competition.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t your everyday offseason story. If the NCAA grants the waiver, it could set a precedent for other college programs to explore similar opportunities, blurring the lines between college ball and semi-pro summer leagues. For Green Bay, it’s a potential boost in recruiting and player development—but also raises questions about how much overlap should exist between NCAA hoops and outside competitions.
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