State 60 National Invitation tournament Bradley won its first NIT title, defeating Memphis State in a one-point contest. Memphis State's Win Wilfong won the MVP in a losing cause as he poured in 89 points in the Tigers' four games, including 31 in the final. NIT Semifinals and Final Played at Madison Square Garden in New York City Third Place – Temple 67, St. Bonaventure 50 Award winners Consensus All-American teams Major player of the year awards Helms Foundation Player of the Year: Lennie Rosenbluth, North Carolina UPI Player of the Year: Chet Forte, Columbia Major coach of the year awards UPI Coach of the Year: Frank McGuire, North Carolina Other major awards Robert V. Geasey Trophy (Top player in Philadelphia Big 5): Guy Rodgers, Temple NIT/Haggerty Award (Top player in NYC): Chet Forte, Columbia Coaching changes A number of teams changed coaches during the season and after it ended. References