UNLV opens men's basketball season after 18-17 rebuild year
The gist
UNLV opens its 2026-27 men's basketball season Nov. 3 against Northern Arizona at the Thomas & Mack Center.
The Rebels, 18-17 last season, haven't reached the NCAA Tournament since 2013.
How it unfolded
- Mar 12, 2026UNLV fell to Utah State 80-60 in the Mountain West Championships tournament.
- Oct 7, 2026UNLV lost its exhibition opener to Utah 69-79 at the Thomas & Mack Center.
- Oct 24, 2026UNLV lost its exhibition to No. 25 BYU 77-89 at the Thomas & Mack Center.