LAHAINA, Hawaii — It's a big stage, arguably the highest-profile holiday tournament of the college basketball season, and Stephen Zimmerman Jr. is looking forward to the spotlight.
The Maui Invitational is a proving ground for teams, and for some players, it's a first shot to be seen.
"I'm super excited to play in it," said Zimmerman, UNLV's 7-foot freshman.
The Rebels (3-0) open play against UCLA (2-1) at 8:30 p.m. PST Monday in the 2,400-seat Lahaina Civic Center. The game will be televised on ESPN2.
The winner likely faces No. 4 Kansas, a big favorite against Division II Chaminade, on Tuesday.