The Las Vegas Desert Dogs are a professional box lacrosse team that joined the National Lacrosse League in 2021, bringing fast-paced indoor lacrosse action to Las Vegas. As members of the NLL, the Desert Dogs compete against other top box lacrosse franchises from across the United States and Canada, showcasing the sport's unique blend of speed, physicality, and high-scoring offense in an arena setting.
Box lacrosse itself is known for its rapid transitions, hard-hitting defense, and acrobatic goaltending, making Desert Dogs games an exciting live sports experience for newcomers and longtime lacrosse fans alike. As one of the newer additions to the NLL, the team represents the growing popularity of box lacrosse in non-traditional markets, adding a distinctive sports entertainment option to the Las Vegas scene.