Josh Pastner responds to comments on UNLV men's basketball 'owner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:48 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
UNLV men's basketball coach Josh Pastner issued a clarification regarding his previous statements about the athletic department's search for a team 'owner' in the context of name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. His comments, made last week, sparked discussion about the evolving of college athletics. Pastner emphasized the intent behind the request during a statement shared on social media on July 27, 2026. The clarification aims to address any misunderstandings stemming from his earlier remarks.
- •Pastner clarified statements about seeking a team 'owner'.
- •The comments relate to new NIL regulations in college sports.
- •Clarification was made via social media on July 27, 2026.
- •Discussions about team ownership are increasingly relevant.
- •UNLV aims to navigate the evolving NIL environment.
- 11:38 AMYahoo Sports — 'Not for sale': UNLV men's basketball coach Josh Pastner walks back comments
- 12:31 AMCBS Sports — UNLV basketball program 'not for sale': Runnin' Rebels coach Josh Pastner walks back wild claim
- 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — UNLV coach Josh Pastner walks back comments looking for 'owner' of Rebels' program
- 11:46 PMESPN — UNLV's Pastner clarifies request for team 'owner'
"In a statement posted on the program's social media channels, UNLV coach Josh Pastner on Monday clarified comments he made last week referring to the athletic department seeking out an "owner" for the Runnin' Rebels men's basketball team in the NIL era.
"UNLV men's basketball coach Josh Pastner clarified comments he made when he said the Runnin’ Rebels were seeking an "owner" for the team.
"Josh Pastner was looking for an investment to help the Rebels compete in the NIL era of college basketball.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 11:38 AM'Not for sale': UNLV men's basketball coach Josh Pastner walks back comments
UNLV men's basketball coach Josh Pastner clarified comments he made when he said the Runnin’ Rebels were seeking an "owner" for the team.
- CBS SportsJul 28, 2026, 12:31 AMUNLV basketball program 'not for sale': Runnin' Rebels coach Josh Pastner walks back wild claim
No, the Runnin' Rebels aren't really for sale, despite Pastner's earlier appeal for a $10-12 million buyer
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 12:25 AMUNLV coach Josh Pastner walks back comments looking for 'owner' of Rebels' program
Josh Pastner was looking for an investment to help the Rebels compete in the NIL era of college basketball.
- ESPNJul 27, 2026, 11:46 PMUNLV's Pastner clarifies request for team 'owner'
In a statement posted on the program's social media channels, UNLV coach Josh Pastner on Monday clarified comments he made last week referring to the athletic department seeking out an "owner" for the Runnin' Rebels men's basketball team in the NIL era.
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