MINNEAPOLIS -- While the National Invitation Tournament is a losing proposition financially for teams such as Maryland that are sent on the road, the Terrapins got something in return during Tuesday's victory over Minnesota in the opening round at Williams Arena.

Maryland gained the satisfaction that comes with winning, something the Terps hadn't experienced since a visit to Wake Forest three weeks ago. The team's freshmen also gained more experience in the 68-58 win, and they'll likely get more when Maryland (19-14) plays at Syracuse (20-13) in the second round tonight.

Maryland@Syracuse NIT second round, tonight, 7, ESPNU, 1300 AM, 105.7 FM Line: Syracuse by 5 Records: Maryland (19-14), Syracuse (20-13)