Beyond what you might know about UNLV’s freshman basketball star Brandon McCoy exists a side unknown to most who cheer his every dunk. The 19-year old, who plays five instruments, embraces a love for music and its power to inspire far beyond a court and rim.
UNLV freshman point guard Amauri Hardy is gaining valuable experience as a backup.
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.
The Rebels outscored Southern Utah 16-2 to close the game and improve to 6-0 with a 101-82 win Saturday night at the Thomas & Mack Center.
A closer look at the players on the 2017-18 UNLV men’s basketball team.
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.
UNLV hopes to greatly improve on last season’s 11-21 record. Junior forward Shakur Juiston, known mostly for his rebounding ability, is expected to play an integral role in that effort.
The decision by guard Chandler Hutchison to return for his senior season makes Boise State a contender in the Mountain West this season. He was chosen by the conference media as the preseason Player of the Year.
Air Force has finished the past four seasons ninth or worse in the Mountain West standings. The media picked the Falcons to finish last this season.
Fans were introduced to the UNLV men’s and women’s basketball teams at the Scarlet & Gray Showcase at the Thomas & Mack Center Wednesday night.
