There’s been a growth in sports teams in Nevada, but not too many professional sports teams. The Las Vegas Raiders are the only sports professional team in the state of Nevada.
Many professional leagues have avoided expansion teams in Vegas due to the possibility of athletes gambling in a city known for that.
The NBA and Major League Baseball has had talks about having expansion teams in Nevada, specifically in Las Vegas.
Here are the top sports teams in Nevada:
Las Vegas Raiders – Football – NFL – Paradise, NV – Allegiant Stadium
Henderson Silver Knights – Hockey – AHL Henderson, NV – Dollar Loan Center
Las Vegas Lights FC – Soccer – USL Championship – Las Vegas, NV – Cashman Field
Las Vegas Aces – Basketball – WNBA – Paradise, NV – Michelob Ultra Arena
Las Vegas Aviators – Baseball – Triple-A – West Summerlin, NV – Las Vegas Ballpark
Reno Aces – Baseball – Triple-A – West Reno, NV – Greater Nevada Field
Vegas Golden Knights – Hockey – NHL