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UNLV basketball’s list of injuries grew again Monday, as coach Kevin Kruger announced one of his starters is out for the foreseeable future with a wrist injury.
Former Bishop Gorman forward Isaiah Cottrell is back on the court for UNLV after a broken foot limited him to just one game last season.
Sophomore guard Jackie Johnson III powered UNLV’s offense in overtime to lead the Rebels past UNR in the regular-season finale Saturday in Reno.
Keyshawn Hall becomes the sixth new addition for the Rebels and Kevin Kruger ahead of the 2022-23 season
Guard Josh Baker, who transferred to UNLV from Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College, made 12 starts for the Rebels, averaging 3.9 points and 1.2 rebounds.
Jalen Rose appeared on The Dan Patrick Show on Monday, and he said considered playing at UNLV before signing with Michigan.
Injuries threw off Donovan Willliams’ rhythm. Now the junior is embracing fun after the doldrums of rehab as he works his way back into the rotation.
Donovan Williams was playing his best basketball before injuring his knee. Listed as day-to-day, he talks about his desire to get back on the court ahead of Utah State game.
UNLV competed with San Francisco for a half Saturday night before unraveling in the second en route to a road loss to the Dons at War Memorial Gym.
Former Pacific center James Hampshire is transferring to UNLV and has signed a letter of national intent, the Rebels announced Friday morning.
Billionaire Jay Bloom said his group includes ex-UNLV star and NBA first-round draft pick Marcus Banks, and famed motivational speaker Tony Robbins.
The Rebels are still adjusting to the lack of atmosphere at their games this season, as are many other programs around the country.
The Lady Rebels added a game against first-year coach Lindy La Rocque’s alma mater Saturday.