Everything is lined up for UNLV coach Dave Rice to deliver on his promise of fast-break basketball.
He has an athletic, deep team capable of putting on full-court defensive pressure. He has a variety of skilled offensive players. There is a 30-second shot clock. And, equally as important today, an opponent that runs is visiting the Thomas & Mack Center.
"It should be an up-and-down game," Rice said. "I think it will be a game that will be exciting for the fans to watch."
The Rebels (1-0) host New Mexico Highlands, a Division II team from the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, at 7 p.