The basketball programs at UNLV and New Mexico have grown very accustomed to one another over the years.
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Early in the season, UNLV freshman Patrick McCaw mentioned he was hesitant to speak to the media. Now, he’s playing more, talking more and beginning to warm up to all of his expanded roles.
Guards Darrion Daniels and Cameron Burton are the leading scorers for Valley’s boys basketball team. But it was the frontline that sparked the Vikings on Tuesday.
Rancho coach Ronald Childress pleaded with his players for help-side defense in covering Agassi Prep standout Deishuan Booker during the third quarter Monday night. He even adjusted to a box-and-one defense late, trying to prevent Booker from beating his team.
Wayne (Ohio) limited Findlay Prep to one basket in overtime as the Warriors knocked off the Pilots 76-68 on Monday in the Flyin’ To The Hoop Classic in Dayton, Ohio.
It’s been a difficult season for Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, and he reportedly admitted that the thought of retiring has crossed his mind.
Four years ago, two college basketball players from major programs decided to transfer. Each was recruited by UNLV and San Diego State.
FRESNO, Calif. — Larry Nance Jr. scored 21 points, including the go-ahead basket in the third overtime, to spark 25th-ranked Wyoming to a 70-65 victory over Fresno State on Saturday.
The UNLV’s women’s basketball team allowed a season-low points and didn’t give up any 3-point field goals in handing San Diego State a 64-47 defeat on Saturday.
It’s a rare occurrence when out-of-state teams meet twice in a regular season.
UNLV visits Viejas Arena today to play Mountain West rival San Diego State. Tip is at 3:00 p.m.
Anthony, 47, was arrested Friday evening after making an agreement for sexual favors, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
According to a report out of Washington, D.C., CBS Sports basketball analyst and former UNLV Runnin’ Rebel Greg Anthony has been arrested and faces charges of solicitation of prostitution.
UNLV coach Dave Rice threatened to shake up his starting lineup this week, but he was not tipping his hand on the eve of the game. He wants to keep Steve Fisher guessing, and the truth is, no one knows what to expect.
The formula for the Canyon Springs boys basketball team typically calls for Jordan Davis to provide an early offensive spark before turning the scoring load over to Channel Banks.
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