Will BYU Basketball have the best roster in history next year?

With a new era of BYU basketball underway, fans are watching the transfer portal, recruiting news, and NBA Draft decisions like never before. And if the offseason buzz turns into reality, the Cougars could roll out a lineup that blends blue-chip talent with proven veterans—something rarely seen in Provo.

One of the biggest reasons for optimism is   the near-certainty that Rob Wright III will wear Cougar blue next season. The Baylor transfer is known for his court vision, fearless scoring, and lockdown defense. BYU hasn’t had a true floor general with this level of polish since Jimmer Fredette. If he starts at point guard, he could immediately be the engine of Kevin Young’s offense.

AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 recruit in the 2025 class, is a name that brings instant excitement. But when combined with 2026’s top player Tyran Stokes—who may reclassify—the potential frontcourt becomes staggering. Dybantsa’s length and scoring would pair with Stokes’ physicality and motor to give BYU a pair of future NBA players on the wing and at power forward.

Add in Keba Keita at center, a mobile big with shot-blocking instincts, and the front line suddenly looks elite. Opponents won’t find many easy buckets in the paint. If Junior Richie Saunders decides to return to Provo instead of heading to the NBA, then this Cougars starting five looks like a national title contender.

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Unlike past years, BYU wouldn’t just rely on one or two stars. Should Aidan Mahaney from UConn, or Mekhi Mason from Washington transfer and join the second unit—alongside veterans like Dawson Baker and Dominique Diomande—this rotation becomes a two-platoon attack. Young talents like Mihailo Boskovic and Xavion Staton round out a bench that could start for most mid-majors. Even role players like Brody Kozlowski and Townsend Tripple bring value. This kind of depth is what top-25 teams build around.

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Yes, it’s ambitious. But it’s not fantasy. If BYU can land these pieces, Provo might be the home of one of the most talked-about teams in college basketball next season.

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