Coach Kevin Kruger, who led UNLV to the Sweet 16 as the team's point guard in 2007 while playing for his father, Hall of Famer Lon Kruger, was fired by the Rebels on Saturday. Kruger went 76-55 in four seasons and failed to lead the Rebels to the NCAA Tournament.

In a statement, UNLV athletic director Erick Harper thanked Kruger for his "commitment, and dedication" to the program, while lamenting the program's failure to meet expectations

After four consecutive middling seasons and no NCAA Tournament appearances, UNLV parted ways with head coach Kevin Kruger on Saturday. The Rebels went 18-15 overall this season and finished sixth