The 1991–92 UNLV Runnin' Rebels basketball team represented the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in NCAA Division I men's competition in the 1991–92 season. The head coach was Jerry Tarkanian, entering his 19th season. The team played its home games in the Thomas & Mack Center, and was a member of the Big West Conference. Due to improper benefits violations, the Runnin' Rebels were placed on probation and banned from competing in the 1992 the Big West Conference Tournament and NCAA Tournament.
UNLV was banned from live television, becoming the last basketball team, men's or women's, to receive this punishment. Two football teams, Auburn in 1993 and Ole Miss in 1995, were the last in any sport to be kept off of TV.
Tarkanian resigned at the end of the season and was replaced by Villanova coach Rollie Massimino.
Roster
1991-92 UNLV Roster and Stats
Schedule and results
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Sources 1991-92 UNLV Schedule and Results
Rankings NOTE: Due to UNLV being on major NCAA probation, the Rebels were ineligible to be ranked in the coaches poll.
Awards and honors Team players drafted into the NBA 1992 1 25 Elmore Spencer Los Angeles Clippers 1993 1 5 Isaiah Rider Minnesota Timberwolves
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