BYU’s Frontcourt Pivot: From Missed Stretch Center to CBA Tower
BYU will not retain 6'11" Ilia Frolov, who chose Arkansas, but is on the verge of signing 7'5" Xu Xin from the CBA, reshaping the team's interior dynamics.
Jun 19, 2026
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BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Young Looks to Bolster Frontcourt Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Coach Kevin Young discussed the team's pursuit of a dominant big man, highlighted key additions like Collin Chandler, and provided injury updates on Dawson Baker and Nate Pickens as the Cougars prepare for a scrimmage on October 9 and their season opener against Nebraska on October 18.
Jun 16, 2026
International Exposure Fuels BYU’s Emerging Basketball Talents
AJ Dybantsa’s MVP run at the FIBA U19 World Cup, Bruce Branch III’s athletic showcase for Team USA, and Yoeli Childs’ success in Japan highlight BYU’s expanding horizons as the program prepares for a demanding schedule and a critical center shortage.
Jun 2, 2026
BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Young Hunts for New Center Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
BYU’s head coach Kevin Young is actively rebuilding the roster after several key players left the program, exploring both domestic and overseas prospects to fill the center position before summer practices begin on June 15.
May 27, 2026
BYU basketball exodus: where the departing players are headed
The Cougars' roster has been emptied by transfers, with every player finding a new home. Their destinations range from The Citadel to Northwestern, Missouri, UMass, Pitt, Oregon State and Fresno State, reshaping the team's future.
May 24, 2026
BYU’s Roster Upheaval After NCAA Tournament Exit
A look at the transfer movements, new arrivals and the search for a center as BYU reshapes its squad.
May 24, 2026
BYU Cougars Rebuild After Early Exit in 2026 March Madness
The Cougars were eliminated in the first round of the 2026 March Madness, prompting coach Kevin Young to focus on recruiting to replace departing star AJ Dybantsa and bolster the roster for next season.
May 20, 2026
UMass Basketball Adds Transfers and Freshmen to Revamp Roster for 2026‑27
The Minutemen have confirmed a 2026‑27 roster that blends seven returning players with three transfers and five freshmen, aiming to shore up a defense that ranked near the bottom last season.
May 14, 2026
UMass Basketball Sets Up Second Straight ACC Showdown in Hall of Fame Classic
The University of Massachusetts men's basketball team will face Wake Forest on Sunday, Dec. 6, in Springfield as part of the Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, marking the second consecutive year the Minutemen meet an ACC opponent.
May 14, 2026
Former G League Standouts Seek Fresh Start in College Basketball
From draft declarations to redshirt seasons, a new generation of G League alumni is reshaping college rosters and NBA outlooks
May 14, 2026