AJ Dybantsa
No. 10 BYU beats Kansas State 83-73 in Big 12 opener
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The No. 10 BYU Cougars secured their first-ever win at Bramlage Coliseum with an 83-73 victory over the Kansas State Wildcats in the Big 12 conference opener. AJ Dybantsa led BYU with 24 points despite foul trouble, while the Cougars dominated the rebounding battle. Kansas State struggled from three-point range, shooting just 3-of-21.
The Big 12 Conference revealed its 2025-26 men's basketball yearly honors on March 9, with Arizona's Jaden Bradley named player of the year. BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa earned unanimous first-team honors and freshman of the year recognition for his league-leading scoring. Other Utah and BYU players also received selections across multiple teams.
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Top NBA draft prospect AJ Dybantsa has not ruled out staying at BYU for another season. In a recent interview, the freshman scoring leader mentioned his mother's desire for him to graduate and fan influence as factors in his decision. Despite expectations of a one-and-done path, Dybantsa said he might return for the 2026-27 season.