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Next to his mother Chelsea and father Ace, Brockton’s AJ Dybantsa declares for the 2026 NBA Draft at Davis School (K-8) in Brockton, Massachusetts on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

AJ Dybantsa's explanation for going by his full name at the NBA Draft couldn't be more perfect

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Jun 23, 2026

BYU star AJ Dybantsa drafted first overall, marks a change in identity for BYU hoops

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Jun 23, 2026

BYU's Kevin Young and Egor Demin link up to support fellow Cougars at the NBA Draft

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Jun 23, 2026

NBA Draft consensus predicts BYU's AJ Dybantsa will be the number-one pick

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Jun 23, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars guard Richie Saunders (15) controls the ball against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

BYU basketball NBA Draft Profile: Richie Saunders will elevate any NBA roster

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Jun 22, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) sets the play in front of West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

BYU basketball NBA Draft Profile: AJ Dybantsa is the savior that Washington needs

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Jun 22, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) drives to the basket around West Virginia Mountaineers guard Chance Moore (13) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

BYU basketball is back in familiar territory in latest Bracketology projections

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Jun 21, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; BYU Cougars coach Kevin Young reacts to a play during the second half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

BYU basketball's Kevin Young shares his hopes, vision for this year's roster

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Jun 20, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) drives against Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark (12) in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

AJ Dybantsa reported to be Wizards' number-one pick, per questionable source

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Jun 20, 2026

AJ Dybantsa is all smiles as the audience guesses his favorite foods, and music during his 2nd annual backpack giveaway at West Middle School in Brockton on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025.

AJ Dybantsa is taking a bold approach to his pre-draft process, won't work out

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Jun 20, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) passes the ball during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

NBA Mock Draft: AJ Dybantsa claims his prize as the Utah Jazz are forced to choose

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Jun 19, 2026

Feb 18, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kevin Young yells out to players during the first half of the game against the Arizona Wildcats at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

BYU basketball out of contention for 6'11" center in wake of Xu Xin reveal

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Jun 18, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young watches his team during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

BYU basketball's 'lockstep' center revealed to be 7'5" Chinese behemoth

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Jun 18, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars forward Keba Keita (13) drives to the basket around West Virginia Mountaineers center Harlan Obioha (55) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

A third BYU basketball player amazed NBA scouts during his pre-draft workouts

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Jun 17, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) looks on during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

AJ Dybantsa expects to be drafted first overall after 'strong signals' from Wizards

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Jun 17, 2026

May 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; AJ Dybantsa participates in the 2026 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Wizards' president describes AJ Dybantsa when listing qualities of a number-one pick

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Jun 16, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young talks to forward Khadim Mboup (7) in the first half against the Texas Longhorns during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Kevin Young reveals BYU has a player to fill the center role, but it's too early

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Jun 16, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Kansas State Wildcats at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Robert Wright III had his heart in Provo while visiting Mark Pope at Kentucky

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Jun 16, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) rebounds during the first half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Robert Wright III takes an indirect shot at last season's BYU team in media spot

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Jun 16, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) celebrates with fans after a win over the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

BYU's AJ Dybantsa posts 'perfect' workout, but may be snubbed from the top pick

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Jun 15, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young gives instruction during the first half against the UCF Knights at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

BYU hoops dodges a bullet, Kevin Young will not leave for the Bulls' coaching job

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Jun 15, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) drives against Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark (12) in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

AJ Dybantsa's goal is simple in the upcoming NBA Draft, and it's not to stay in Utah

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Jun 14, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; BYU Cougars coach Kevin Young reacts to game play during the second half against the Houston Cougars at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Another BYU center target slips away as Italian 7-footer commits to Villanova

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Jun 14, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward Khadim Mboup (7) reacts while being helped up by teammates during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

BYU basketball releases Big 12 Conference schedule, teams Cougs will host in '26-'27

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Jun 12, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars guard Richie Saunders (15) warms up prior to a game against the Colorado Buffaloes at the Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

BYU's Richie Saunders is climbing into the early second round of the NBA Draft

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Jun 12, 2026

Perry guard Bruce Branch III (3) drives against Sunnyslope during the Boys Open State Championship at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum on March 8, 2025.

BYU basketball's recruiting class of 2026 is well outside the top 25 in the nation

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Jun 11, 2026

Feb 10, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young in action on the sideline during the second half against the Baylor Bears at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

BYU's roster remains unchanged after months without a starting-caliber center

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Jun 10, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young answers questions during a press conference before a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Another center recruit appears in BYU basketball's desperate recruiting search

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Jun 10, 2026

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