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Illinois offers UNLV its final nonconference challenge

Illinois is the last notable team on UNLV’s nonconference basketball schedule. The teams meet at 9 p.m. Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

 
UCLA basketball players suspected of shoplifting leave China

Three UCLA basketball players detained in China on suspicion of shoplifting were headed back to the United States on Tuesday after President Donald Trump said he had sought the help of Chinese President Xi Jinping in the case.

 
LiAngelo Ball, 2 other UCLA players out on bail after China arrest

Freshman LiAngelo Ball, the younger brother of Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball, and two UCLA men’s basketball teammates were released on bail early Wednesday morning in Hangzhou, China, after being arrested the previous day for allegedly shoplifting.

 
Kobe Bryant speaks at UFC 217 event — VIDEO

Former Los Angeles Laker and retired NBA superstar Kobe Bryant spoke at a Body Armor event with several UFC athletes during UFC 217 fight week in New York City.

 
Nose of Thunder’s plane damaged by apparent bird collision during flight

Delta Air Lines says a charter flight carrying the Oklahoma City Thunder from Minneapolis to Chicago apparently encountered a bird early Saturday when it was landing, causing damage that prompted some players to post photos on social media showing the caved-in nose of the plane.

 
San Jose State moves on after losing coach, best player

San Jose State’s basketball team will try to overcome the losses of coach Dave Wojcik and forward Brandon Clarke. New coach Jean Prioleau received a late start after being hired August and has only four returning players.

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