Both MGM Resorts, who operated the Mirage, and the NCAA said they had no role in the tournament’s operations, with that being the responsibility of the event’s promoter.
Basketball
The Final Four is the latest major event announced to take place at Allegiant Stadium. The NFL Pro Bowl was played there this year and will again take place there in 2023. The Super Bowl is slated to take place at the stadium in 2024.
The UNLV men’s basketball team maintained its unbeaten start to the season Monday, despite a late start time and stiff resistance from Southern Illinois.
Former Oklahoma guard EJ Harkless was named Mountain West Player of the Week following UNLV’s wins over a ranked Dayton squad and High Point.
UNLV is confident after upsetting No. 21 Dayton, but remains wary of High Point’s potent offense as the Rebels try to extend their undefeated start to the season.
Houston furniture store owner Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale made a total of $2.55 million in wagers to win $22,925,000 on the Houston Cougars to win the men’s NCAA basketball title.
UNLV’s stout defense, sophomore Keshon Gilbert and fifth-year guard EJ Harkless’ second-half scoring lead UNLV to an upset win against ranked Dayton
Becky Hammon, who led the Aces to their first WNBA championship, is expected to contribute to several ESPN shows, including “First Take” and “SportsCenter.”