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Week 13 Best-in-West Hoops Power Rankings: How region's best teams stack up across the Big 12, Big Ten, ACC, MW, Pac-12 and WCC

There’s only one month remaining until March. With several teams in the West hovering on the Bubble, the results this month might determine their NCAA Tournament hopes.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / January 31

Why BYU basketball is a clear March Madness contender

The BYU basketball team is doing very well this season, with a national ranking. BYU has a 17-3 overall record, with a chance to win the Big 12 championship.

BYU coach slammed for his polarizing call in final seconds against No. 1 Arizona

BYU head coach Kevin Young was under fire Monday for seemingly forgetting he had AJ Dybantsa on his team. The Cougars were right on the doorstep of dealing the No.

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The 'No. 2 NBA Draft picks since 1985' quiz

Starting in 1985, the NBA implemented a lottery system in order to determine which team receives the No. 1 overall pick in that year's draft. But, this time we don't want you to name the top pick, but instead the pick that came after No. 1. How many of the second overall picks from this time cane you name in six minutes?

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 25

Freshman stars in spotlight as No. 1 Arizona visits No. 13 BYU

A trio of talented freshmen will be on display when No. 1 Arizona travels to No. 13 BYU for a pivotal Big 12 Conference showdown Monday in Provo, Utah.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / January 25

BYU’s Kevin Young stamps AJ Dybantsa as No. 1 pick after masterpiece vs. Utah

The BYU basketball team has a star in true freshman forward AJ Dybantsa. Dybantsa put together one of the best performances of his college career on Saturday, scoring 43 points for the Cougars.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / January 11

BYU’s Kevin Young makes ‘possessed’ Richie Saunders admission after surviving Utah scare

BYU just notched its 15th win of the season, defeating rival Utah 89-84. BYU is now 15-1 on the year, and one of the top teams in the nation. Still, it was a nail-biter with Utah, but Richie Saunders was dominant, scoring 24 points with 14 rebounds in the victory.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 15

No. 10 BYU wants to see continued growth from bench against Pacific

Bench growth is a focus for No. 10 BYU when it hosts Pacific on Tuesday in Provo, Utah. The Cougars (9-1) cruised to a 100-53 home win over California-Riverside on Saturday.

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / October 18

BYU Freshman AJ Dybantsa Dominates in Exhibition vs. Nebraska

Brigham Young Freshman Aj Dybantsa made his unofficial college debut Saturday and showed the world why many consider him the favorite to be selected first overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. Dybansta scored 30 points, grabbed seven rebounds, and dished out three assists in the Cougars' loss to Nebraska.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / August 4

BYU Basketball lands top four-star recruit Dean Rueckert

Four-star wing Dean Rueckert officially announced his commitment to BYU on Monday night. Another top-tier talent staying home to play for Kevin Young and his NBA-ready staff. The 6-foot-8, 180-pound standout from Timpview High School in Provo, Utah is noted as the No.

Utah Running Utes News / Utah Utes on SI / August 4

Utah basketball misses out on 4-star in-state recruit to rival

Alex Jensen and the Utah Runnin' Utes missed out on one of the top-rated high school basketball prospects from Utah to their in-state rival. Dean Rueckert, a four-star recruit from Timpview High School, announced Monday during a YouTube live stream that he's committed to Kevin Young and BYU.

College Basketball News / BYU Cougars on SI / August 4

Four-Star Wing Dean Rueckert Commits to BYU Basketball

The BYU basketball program has added its first commitment of the 2026 recruiting class. On Monday evening, four-star wing Dean Rueckert committed to the Cougars over finalists Clemson, Utah, Stanford and Washington.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / July 23

BYU Basketball Adds Another International Player

BYU head coach Kevin Young continues to build a global brand in Provo, with the latest addition to the Cougars' roster being Austrian international Aleksej Kostic.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / July 5

Dybantsa on BYU’s Mindset: ‘We’re Going to Be Good’

AJ Dybantsa didn’t hold back in announcing expectations for the BYU Cougars’ 2025‑26 basketball season. “We are going to be good,” Dybantsa declared. “We

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 16

AJ Dybantsa Reveals Three NBA Players Kevin Young Has Him Studying at BYU

When AJ Dybantsa signed with BYU, he knew it came with a next-level approach. Cougars coach Kevin Young has a different mindset after being in the NBA for some time.

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / June 5

BYU's Kevin Young signs contract extension after Sweet 16 run

After a stellar debut season, BYU coach Kevin Young was rewarded with a long-term contract extension, the school announced on Thursday. Details of the agreement, including length of the deal and monetary value, were not disclosed.

Brigham Young Cougars News / Athlon Sports / May 6

BYU Basketball turns heads with new era in Provo

BYU kicks off 2025-26 basketball season with elite recruits, veteran leadership, and a Top 5 national ranking — fans are already buzzing. It wasn’t just another Monday at the Marriott Center Annex — it was the beginning of a new era for BYU basketball.

College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / March 26

Forcing Turnovers BYU’s Key to Keeping Pace with Tide in Sweet 16 Showdown

BYU has met the external expectations surrounding the program. Advancing to the Sweet 16 was pivotal for both their regional and national reputation. Credit Kevin Young, his staff, and his players for getting the job done.

Brigham Young Cougars News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Alabama vs. BYU: Odds, betting lines announced for Sweet 16 NCAA men's basketball

The BYU Cougars have defied expectations and made their first Sweet 16 appearance in 14 years, setting the stage for an exciting matchup against the powerhouse Alabama Crimson Tide. As both teams prepare to battle in Newark, New Jersey, all eyes are on the betting odds.