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sports12 days ago•4 min saved

Dybantsa Pursues No. 1 Pick, Keeps Utah Ties in Draft Talk

BYU forward AJ Dybantsa said he aims to be the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA draft and has met with multiple teams — including the Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls, Clippers and Hawks — as the draft landscape unfolds. Utah holds the No. 2 pick, and while fans wonder if he prefers staying in Utah, Dybantsa stressed his priority is landing the top selection, citing his versatility and winning mindset; any Utah stay would depend on a top-pick trade, with his family in Utah adding to the hometown intrigue.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#byu #dybantsa #nba-draft

sports14 days ago•1 min saved

Dybantsa Shines at NBA Combine, Sparks Wizards No. 1 Draft Buzz

BYU forward AJ Dybantsa emerged as a top 2026 NBA draft prospect at the Chicago Combine, posting elite measurements (6'8.5", 217 lbs, 7'0.5" wingspan, 8'10" reach) and the event’s top vertical, plus notable drills. Analysts from Bleacher Report and ESPN project him as a likely No. 1 pick for the Washington Wizards, who have added talent like Trae Young and Anthony Davis. Dybantsa averaged 25.5 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 3.7 APG and 1.1 SPG as a BYU freshman, with elite scoring and intangibles fueling optimism for a quick Wizards playoff push if drafted.

via Bleacher Report|

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college-basketball26 days ago•7 min saved

One Piece Away: Kentucky, BYU and Others Chase Final Roster Boosts

With the transfer window closed and NBA draft decisions in, college programs are nearly finished but several contenders still need a final piece for 2026-27. Kentucky is chasing shooting and star power (potentially Milan Momcilovic) to complement new guards; BYU is seeking high-end rim protection to shore up defense; Miami faces a lack of proven 3-point shooting; Texas Tech is hunting a center after JT Toppin’s injury, eyeing options like Brice Dessert on the international market; St. John’s is a big away from Final Four contention and could look overseas for a game-changing interior piece. The coming months could bring late, game-changing additions.

via CBS Sports|

#byu #college-basketball #kentucky

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Browns bolster TE corps with Carsen Ryan at No. 248

With the 248th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Cleveland selected Carsen Ryan, a four-year tight end who played at UCLA, Utah, and BYU, posting 74 receptions for 1,020 yards and seven touchdowns in college. He joins a Browns TE room that includes Harold Fannin Jr., Jack Stoll, Blake Whiteheart, Brenden Bates, Sal Cannella, and Caden Prieskorn, and comes as Cleveland also drafted TE Joe Royer at No. 170, as the team continues to stock its pass-catching corps.

via Cleveland Browns|

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sports1 month ago•3 min saved

BYU's Dybantsa Leads Mock Draft Buzz as Saunders Faces ACL Hurdle

BYU's AJ Dybantsa remains the centerpiece of NBA mock drafts, widely projected as a top pick, while Richie Saunders's torn ACL and age dampen his pro prospects, likely pushing him toward undrafted free agency or a G-League/overseas path. Mock outlets vary: Tankathon lists Saunders around 45th for Dybantsa, ESPN places him at 56th prospect, and Dybantsa is viewed as the clear franchise-level piece; the BYU development program's second-year evaluation is ongoing.

via Lawless Republic|

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sports1 month ago•32 min saved

BYU Keeps Wright III, Turns Down Kentucky After Visit

Rob Wright III, the No. 1 point guard in the transfer portal, has elected to return to BYU after a visit to Kentucky. Kentucky hosted Wright amid heavy pursuit, but he left Lexington without committing, and BYU reportedly had quiet confidence he would stay in Provo. The saga highlights the ongoing transfer portal reshaping of college basketball, as Kentucky continues to pursue other targets like Zoom Diallo (with a substantial offer on the table) while Arizona also chased Diallo before he committed elsewhere. Wright’s decision solidifies BYU’s position in the portal as the offseason progresses.

via On3|

#byu #college-basketball #kentucky

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Chandler Leaves Door Open for Kentucky Return Amid Portal Buzz

Kentucky guard Collin Chandler has entered the transfer portal; BYU is currently viewed as the frontrunner to land him, but Chandler left the door open for a potential return to Kentucky after discussions. He averaged 9.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.1 minutes per game last season, shot 41% from three, and is ranked among the top portal players.

via On3|

#byu #college-basketball #collin-chandler

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

BYU Freshmen Rise: Early Impressions From Spring Camp

As BYU closes Spring Camp, the piece highlights one key takeaway for each scholarship true freshman, signaling who might contribute in 2026–27 (Enoch Watson at QB; Legend Glasker at WR; Jaron and Kennan Pula at WR/S; Bott Mulitalo at OL; Braxton Lindsey at DE; Nehemiah Kolone at DT; Devaughn Eka at RB; Terrance Saryon at WR; Matthew Mason at S). Several players look ready for early impact while others may need another year, with a summer conditioning phase likely to shift depth charts further.

via Sports Illustrated|

#byu #college-football #freshmen

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

BYU-Texas Preview: Guards, Fouls, and a Narrow Edge in Portland

This BYU-Texas preview frames a tight Portland showdown where BYU’s improving defense and guard depth aim to slow Texas’s high‑scoring offense. Key battles include BYU forcing Matas Vokietaitis into early fouls and neutralizing Texas’ top scorers with multiple defenders, while BYU’s physicality and rebounding punch give them a slight edge in a defensively focused, close game. A balanced mix of guard play and foul trouble is expected to decide the outcome, with BYU favored in a slim-margin finish.

via Vanquish The Foe|

#byu #college-basketball #kenpom

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

BYU earns 6 seed, draws Texas-NC State winner in NCAA opener

BYU earned a 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will open in Portland against the Texas–NC State winner; both Texas and NC State have stumbled recently but boast strong offenses, while BYU sits 23rd in KenPom. A potential Round of 32 would pit BYU against Gonzaga, with Braden Huff’s knee injury a key storyline as his return timeline remains uncertain for the first rounds; if BYU advances to the Sweet 16, the regional would be in San Jose.

via Vanquish The Foe|

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sports2 months ago•3 min saved

BYU Bracket Watch: Chase for a 6 Seed As Selection Sunday Looms

BYU’s season ends with a Houston loss, but Selection Sunday could still land them a 6 seed as four teams (BYU, Louisville, Kentucky, Miami) fight for two 6-seed spots. The piece compares resumes, notes BYU’s lack of true road wins and key metrics, and outlines whom BYU should root for (Kentucky or Miami losses, Cal Baptist improving to add a Quad 2 win, and Iowa State winning the Big 12) to influence seeding.

via Vanquish The Foe|

#bracketology #byu #college-basketball

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

BYU’s Big 12 Run Sparks Momentum, Seed Hopes Ahead of March Madness

BYU rode AJ Dybantsa’s scoring surge, saw role players step up, and regained defensive momentum to keep its 6-seed hopes alive in Selection Sunday, even after a 73-66 loss to Houston in the Big 12 quarterfinals.

via Sports Illustrated|

#big-12 #byu #college-basketball

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Dybantsa erupts for 40 as BYU tops K-State, sets Big 12 freshman tourney record

BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa scored 40 points to lift the Cougars past Kansas State 105-91 in the Big 12 tournament, breaking the conference’s freshman scoring record previously held by Kevin Durant. The performance helped him reach 800 points for the season, cementing his status as a top NCAA scorer and a possible NBA lottery pick, though he has hinted at staying in college to graduate or reassess his draft plans.

via Bleacher Report|

#big-12 #byu #college-basketball

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

BYU Draws Kansas State in 1st Round as 2026 Big 12 Bracket Unveiled

The Big 12 released the 2026 men’s basketball tournament bracket with BYU as the 10th seed drawing 15th-seeded Kansas State in the opener. The first round also includes Baylor-Arizona State, Cincinnati-Utah, and Colorado-Oklahoma State, while Iowa State, TCU, WVU, and UCF receive byes into the second round. The quarterfinals will feature Arizona, Houston, Kansas, and Texas Tech as the top seeds. BYU’s path could include a second-round rematch with WVU, then a possible meeting with Houston, and with a couple wins the Cougars could push toward a high NCAA Tournament seed, potentially around No. 6.

via Sports Illustrated|

#big-12 #byu #college-basketball

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

BYU lands elite 5-star Bruce Branch after reclassifying to 2026

BYU landed 5-star wing Bruce Branch, who announced on ESPN's NBA Today that he is committing to BYU and reclassifying to the 2026 class (from 2027). Branch stands 6-foot-7 and plays for Prolific Prep Florida (formerly Perry HS, AZ); he is ranked #6 in the 2026 cycle by 247Sports. A scout compared him to Mikal Bridges for shot-making, length and defense. BYU pursued Branch for months, hosting an official visit on Jan 26; the commitment highlights Kevin Young's recruiting reach and booster support. Branch is a knockdown shooter and high-end scoring wing who could be a 2027 lottery pick if he declares early, and he should help BYU replace departing players while contending for Big 12 Freshman of the Year next season. This marks BYU's third straight year landing a 5-star recruit (Demin and AJ Dybantsa previously).

via Vanquish The Foe|

#2026-class #bruce-branch #byu