A-G-G-I-E-S…whoooop! Texas A&M trailed at half, but came back to top Washington, 77-63 in the first NIT semifinal. And in a match-up of two fanbases I absolutely cannot stand, Ohio State took care of Syracuse, 79-65. THE Ohio State University will meet up with the “Texas Aggies” on Friday night for the NIT title.

Looking around the rest of the Big 12, Oklahoma State lost to Illinois, 65-49 in the Maui third-place game. Kansas earned its 600th home win, defeating Northern Arizona by an 87-46 count, while the Sooners toppled Morehead State, 74-42.

You’ll get a chance to watch some outstanding freshmen late tonight as you’re fighting the effects of the tryptophan (and Jerry is playing with your toy collection). Check out Michael Beasley and K-State against George Mason (8 PM CST, ESPN2), followed by O.J. Mayo and USC taking on San Diego in Anaheim (11 PM, ESPN2). There’s also hoops all day long on the U, but we recommend Gonzaga and Western Kentucky from the Great Alaska Shootout (10:30 PM, ESPNU).

Everyone enjoy your holiday and please be safe as you make your way around the country to visit your families. Personally, I will be on my way to Newark for the Legends Classic in about 11 hours, where I’ll bring you coverage from the tournament all weekend.