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BYU's new era of basketball success includes 1st round draft picks in back-to-back years

June 25, 2026 07:15 PM
NEW YORK — A new era has come to BYU basketball.
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Memphis drafts BYU's Richie Saunders in 2nd round

June 24, 2026 07:59 PM
NEW YORK — BYU’s Richie Saunders was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in the second round, the No. 32 pick overall, in the 2026 NBA draft.
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Wizards, Jazz fans at NBA draft weigh in on top draft pick preferences

June 23, 2026 09:40 PM
NEW YORK — Two hours before the 2026 NBA draft, fans wearing gear from teams across the league lined up at the Barclays Center in Downtown Brooklyn.
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BYU basketball 'in lockstep' with big man recruit, Kevin Young says

June 16, 2026 01:35 PM
BYU basketball coach Kevin Young addressed the media on Tuesday to discuss offseason roster moves and everybody’s favorite question.
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BYU's Bruce Branch III wins silver medal at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup

June 10, 2026 09:27 AM
BYU basketball signee Bruce Branch III and Team USA dropped the FIBA AmeriCup Championship to Canada in Leon, Mexico, 67-65, Sunday.
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What's next for Richie Saunders? BYU guard prepares for NBA draft — and beyond

June 05, 2026 12:43 PM
Four months after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, former BYU basketball star Richie Saunders was celebrating a big milestone.
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Top takeaways from the 2026 Big 12 spring football meetings

June 02, 2026 10:42 AM
The Big 12 spring meetings, which wrapped up on Friday, brought new insights into the conference’s goals and stances on key issues.
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Why the Utah Jazz don't need to draft BYU's AJ Dybantsa

May 22, 2026 11:13 AM
After years of what many fans considered to be bad luck, the Utah Jazz finally landed the second overall pick in this year’s draft.
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Why BYU's AJ Dybantsa fits with the Wizards

May 13, 2026 10:56 AM
The Washington Wizards secured the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft and according to current projections, will likely select former BYU Cougar AJ Dybantsa.
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After 5-year hiatus, BYU, Utah State bring back historic basketball series

May 07, 2026 02:57 PM
After an extended hiatus, BYU men’s basketball and Utah State are officially bringing back one of Utah’s longtime college basketball rivalries.
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Big 12 private equity: What does it mean for future of BYU sports?

May 07, 2026 02:39 PM
The Big 12 has signed a five-year private capital agreement with Collegiate Athletic Solutions, Yahoo Sports reported last week.
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How BYU basketball alum Trey Stewart navigated the human side of college sports

April 28, 2026 11:29 AM
Being a Division I athlete is often glamorized. Fans see NIL deals, highlight reels and young adults who appear to be in the prime of their lives.
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Built on faith: BYU star Richie Saunders' journey through injury

April 21, 2026 04:09 PM
The name Richie Saunders and BYU basketball are synonymous among the BYU fanbase.
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BYU fans build dream all-time starting five for March Madness

April 13, 2026 02:53 PM
Every year, the nation watches as teams disappoint, thrill and shock with their performances in the NCAA Tournament.
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'Basketball is basketball everywhere': former Cougar Seneca Knight's overseas impact

April 08, 2026 12:19 PM
MESTRE, Italy — Surrounded by a sea of fans, Seneca Knight stands at center court as they shout compliments in a language he can’t quite understand. Before he can blink, a fan's lips share a celebratory kiss with his forehead.
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Rough first-half start leads to end of Young's second season at BYU

March 19, 2026 10:23 PM
PORTLAND, Ore. — AJ Dybantsa’s 35 points could not will the Cougars to a win as BYU’s season came to an end Thursday night in Portland at the hands of the Texas Longhorns.
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How BYU matches up with Texas in round of 64 of NCAA tournament

March 18, 2026 10:01 PM
PORTLAND, Ore. — Fresh off a historic season, AJ Dybantsa added his name to rare company Tuesday, earning First-Team AP All-American honors.
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BYU NCAA tournament 1st round — Know the Foe: Texas

March 18, 2026 09:47 AM
No. 6 seed BYU is set to take on No. 11 seed Texas in the NCAA Tournament after the Longhorns earned a tight play-in win against North Carolina State on Tuesday night at the First Four in Dayton, Ohio.
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