Marquette's Steve Novak defends against Iowa State's Jackson Vroman (4) during the first half of their NIT quarterfinal game Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)
Iowa State's Jared Homan fouls Marquette's Todd Townsend during the first half of an NIT quarterfinal game Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)
Marquette's Dameon Mason drives against Iowa State's Damion Staple during the first half of an NIT quarterfinal game Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)
Iowa State's Curtis Stinson gestures to the crowd holding an apple signifying a trip to New York City to play in the NIT Final Four after Iowa State defeated Marquette 77-69 Thursday March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)
Iowa State's Jake Sullivan shoots and scores three of his 22 points against Marquette during an NIT quarterfinal game Thursday March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. Sullivan led all scorers as Iowa State beat Marquette 77-69. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)
Iowa State's Jake Sullivan raises his hands in victory after Iowa State defeated Marquette 77-69 in an NIT quarterfinal game Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Ames, Iowa. Sullivan led all scorers with 22 points. (AP Photo/Steve Pope)