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BYU's new era of basketball success includes 1st round draft picks in back-to-back years
NEW YORK — A new era has come to BYU basketball.
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Memphis drafts BYU's Richie Saunders in 2nd round
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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