UNLV parts ways with wing Nick Blake

The school announced Tuesday the decision was mutual, and coach Kevin Kruger said in a statement that “we appreciate all that Nick has contributed to our program and we wish him the best in the future.”

Blake, who is from Las Vegas, played for Shadow Ridge and Durango before transferring to prep schools in California and Florida to conclude his high school career. He committed to UNLV in June of 2019 as a four-star recruit and was potentially a core player.

The 6-foot-6-inch wing played all 27 games for UNLV last season, starting 10 and averaging 6.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 20.6 minutes. He is the 11th player to leave the program since the season ended.

Kruger has replenished the roster via the transfer portal, adding nine new players since he was hired in March.

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