This is essentially a season opener for Chicago State. The Cougars have not played since Feb. 19. Their previous "season" was weak. The record was 12-18 and it ended with three defeats followed by a win against a non-NCAA opponent. The Tritons have been off awhile, though not nearly as long, as they transition from D-II to D-I. Ineligible for the NIT, they were accomplished enough to qualify otherwise. They should be itching to shine in the lesser CBI.