THE HOT CORNER

April 12, 2007 - 9:00 pm

[TODD DEWEY Review-Journal, 21-17-1 (overall record)]

Today’s best bet: New Jersey Nets (+6 1/2) over CLEVELAND CAVALIERS

The Nets have won four of their last five games and are trying to catch Washington, which is two games ahead of them, for the sixth playoff seed. The last five meetings between New Jersey and Cleveland have been decided by six points or fewer. The Nets have won six of the last nine against the Cavs, who have lost three of their last four at home.

Formula 1 Mercedes driver George Russell waves to fans after coming in first during a qualifyin ...

Mercedes driver claims pole for Las Vegas Grand Prix — RESULTS, PHOTOS

By Alex Wright / RJ

November 23, 2024 - 1:07 am

A Mercedes driver won the pole for the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix in qualifying. The race is at 10 p.m. Saturday.

UNLV running back Jai'Den Thomas, right, is tackled by San Jose State linebacker John Ward duri ...

3 takeaways: Rebels grind past San Jose State in rain — PHOTOS

By Callie Fin / RJ

November 23, 2024 - 12:24 am

The UNLV football team relied on its ground game to keep its hopes of a Mountain West title alive with a road victory over San Jose State on Friday.

UNLV guard Amarachi Kimpson, left, attempts to move around Oklahoma Sooners guard Zya Vann (3) ...

Dismal 3rd quarter dooms Lady Rebels vs. No. 9 Oklahoma — PHOTOS

November 22, 2024 - 9:13 pm

The UNLV women’s basketball team trailed No. 9-ranked Oklahoma by only one at halftime at the Thomas & Mack Center. Then the third quarter started.

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton turns corner one during the third practice round for the Formula ...

7-time F1 champ seeks capper to Mercedes career in Las Vegas

By Alex Wright / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 11:19 pm

Lewis Hamilton has driven for Mercedes for most of his Formula One career. He wants one more win with his team at Saturday’s Las Vegas Grand Prix before he joins Ferrari.

Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce on the sideline during the first half of an NFL game against ...

Raiders mailbag: Is Antonio Pierce’s future in jeopardy?

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 4:42 pm

Raiders fans have questions about the future of coach Antonio Pierce, needs other than quarterback and if the team is interested in signing Daniel Jones.

UNLV guard Dedan Thomas Jr. (11) passes the ball during the college basketball game against the ...

UNLV men’s basketball preview: Rebels host motivated NMSU side

By Callie Fin / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 3:11 pm

The Rebels will look to build off their win against Pepperdine when they host New Mexico State on Saturday at Thomas & Mack Center.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitt ...

‘Avalanche of money on Broncos’ makes sportsbooks huge Raiders fans

By Todd Dewey / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 3:04 pm

The Denver Broncos are consensus 6-point favorites over the Raiders on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium after the look-ahead line was 3 at the Westgate SuperBook.

Virginia quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) throws a pass during first half of an NCAA college ...

Las Vegas Review-Journal College Challenge picks: Week 13

By David Schoen / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 2:04 pm

Nine handicappers and the RJ’s David Schoen will offer five picks on college football games this season — sides or totals. Here are their selections for Week 13.

Faith Lutheran runs onto the field to take on Shadow Ridge in their NIAA Class 5A Division II S ...

‘Nothing else matters’: Faith Lutheran looks to avenge title game loss

By Jeff Wollard / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 1:12 pm

Faith Lutheran can cap an undefeated season — and get redemption — when the Crusaders play Bishop Manogue in the Class 5A Division II state football title game.

Raiders report: Multiple starters unlikely to play against Broncos

By Adam Hill / RJ

November 22, 2024 - 6:02 pm

The Raiders will be down two starting cornerbacks in Sunday’s game against the Broncos, while two running backs are doubtful to play.