Las Vegas Sports Teams and News

‘They deserve a winner’: Knight Hawks inch closer to playoffs

Vegas Knight Hawks quarterback Ja'Rome Johnson, right, hands the ball off to wide receiver Cale ...

The Vegas Knight Hawks delivered one of their most important wins of the season Saturday to move to 9-3. They’re close to the first IFL playoff appearance in team history.

The Sphere welcomes Formula One fans before the third practice for the Las Vegas Grand Prix aut ...

NHL draft at Sphere latest spectacle for Golden Knights, NHL

By Danny Webster / RJ

June 23, 2024 - 10:40 am

The NHL draft is the latest marquee league event to hit Las Vegas since the Golden Knights began play seven years ago. The Sphere could make it a show to remember.

Boston University's Macklin Celebrini (71) skates with the puck in front of Rochester's Elijah ...

3 things to watch for during the 2024 NHL draft at The Sphere

By Danny Webster / RJ

June 23, 2024 - 1:18 pm

The 2024 NHL draft should be full pizzazz with the event taking place Friday and Saturday at The Sphere. But here’s what to watch for when the picks start coming in.

Florida Panthers' Sam Reinhart (13) and Edmonton Oilers' Brett Kulak (27) compete for the puck ...

How pro, public bettors see Oilers’ odds to complete historic comeback

By Todd Dewey / RJ

June 23, 2024 - 12:10 pm

The Panthers are -110 favorites at the Westgate SuperBook in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday at Florida. The total is 5½.

Dedan Thomas Jr. chose to stay at UNLV instead of chasing NIL money

By Ed Graney / RJ

June 22, 2024 - 11:25 am

The UNLV basketball star said he thought about the transfer portal but never pursued it, instead wanting to focus on creating his own legacy with the Rebels.

Life as Gas Man couldn’t be better

March 6, 2011 - 12:56 am

Willis’ words, performance ring hollow

February 6, 2011 - 2:01 am

The Tre’Von Willis-Jimmer Fredette rivalry was born when they were competing for Mountain West Conference player of the year honors last season (which Fredette won). The two since have traveled in opposite directions.

UNLV should continue football relationship with BYU

November 6, 2010 - 11:00 pm

It might sound crazy today — you know, fresh off an embarrassing 55-7 loss to a Brigham Young football team best described as dead-flat average — but it wouldn’t be in UNLV’s best interest to stop playing the Cougars.

College football polls feed into BCS malarkey

October 6, 2010 - 11:00 pm

Pursuit of NBA free agents allows ESPN to flex muscle

July 6, 2010 - 11:00 pm

Butler story won’t soon be forgotten

April 6, 2010 - 11:00 pm

At his lowest point, his gut still churning from what could have been and from all the empty possessions, his mind still watching the flight of a half-court shot that would have changed his and the lives of his players forever, Butler coach Brad Stevens spoke for college basketball fans everywhere.

Improved UNLV needs to seize chance and not let go

February 6, 2010 - 10:00 pm

UNLV needs to play basketball today as if it’s the one opening a jaw and showing teeth. It needs to clamp down and not let go.

Now it gets tough for Rebels

January 6, 2010 - 10:00 pm

Listen closely. You can hear it. It has happened each time UNLV’s basketball team lost a game the last few years.

It’s still all about UNLV’s defense

September 6, 2009 - 9:00 pm

I am not sure when Sacramento State coaches decided it was best not to throw much against UNLV on Saturday night. It might have been when Hornets quarterback Jason Smith’s second attempt was a one-hopper on an 8-yard out that James Loney would have struggled to field.

UFC goes from modest to mammoth

July 6, 2009 - 9:00 pm

In the beginning, it wasn’t about a formless wasteland or darkness covering the abyss or mighty winds sweeping over the waters.

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Las Vegas’s New Action Film Festival

Story by: Barry Gaines

June 17, 2024 - 12:00 am

Who We Are The GainesCon Film Festival & Expo is a new annual 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas that showcases, educates, and produces independent filmmakers and film-industry talent whose content lies within the action, sci-fi, and fantasy genres. It strongly emphasizes cultural representation from underrepresented groups, such as the economically disadvantaged, ethnic minorities, […]

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Dedan Thomas Jr. chose to stay at UNLV instead of chasing NIL money

The UNLV basketball star said he thought about the transfer portal but never pursued it, instead wanting to focus on creating his own legacy with the Rebels.

3 takeaways: Aces knock off WNBA-leading Sun — PHOTOS

A’ja Wilson shined again, and the Aces moved to 2-0 since Chelsea Gray’s return with a comfortable win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday at Michelob Ultra Arena.

The biggest money winners for baseball bettors this season

Nine MLB teams have been profitable for bettors who have backed them in every game this season. Also, a look at the most profitable pitchers for bettors.

Raiders fans, check out these ‘party shacks’ at Allegiant Stadium — PHOTOS

The Raiders are looking to bring the tailgating experience at Allegiant Stadium to the next level with the addition of new premium spaces for pregame festivities.