Las Vegas Jacks pursue NBA expansion team in Southern Nevada
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
The Las Vegas Jacks are actively seeking to establish an NBA expansion team in Southern Nevada, a culmination of efforts that began in January 2024. The ownership group includes notable figures such as Jerry Colangelo, Vinny Del Negro, and Jay Williams. The announcement made this month highlights a long-term vision for basketball in Las Vegas, aiming to capitalize on the city’s growing sports market. Further steps to formalize the bid will be taken as the group continues its planning and development.
- •The Jacks announced their NBA expansion plans this month.
- •The ownership group includes former NBA player and coach Vinny Del Negro.
- •Jerry Colangelo is also part of the team's ownership group.
- •Efforts for the expansion bid started in January 2024.
- •Las Vegas has seen a rise in sports franchises and events.
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