Notre Dame will play its second game in the Players Era Festival on Tuesday.

Notre Dame almost pulled off an upset in Las Vegas on Tuesday night, but the Irish fell 85-84 in overtime to Rutgers.

Notre Dame opens up play in the Players Era Festival on Tuesday night against Rutgers.

Paul Atkinson's offensive rebound and putback lifted No. 11 seed Notre Dame to a stirring victory against Rutgers Wednesday night in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Now, the Irish are bound for California and a date with No. 6 seed Alabama.

Notre Dame basketball coach Mike Brey spoke following the thrilling First Four win over Rutgers.

Notre Dame will face Rutgers in Wednesday's First Four game in Dayton.

Notre Dame basketball coach Mike Brey spoke in Dayton as the Irish prepare for the First Four game on Wednesday night.