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The Cougars sit at No. 31 in the Rothstein 45 preseason rankings, but a revamped roster featuring returning veterans, strategic transfers and promising freshmen hopes to translate optimism into on‑court success.
The National Association of Basketball Coaches announced its 2025‑26 Team Academic Excellence Awards and Honors Court, highlighting scholarly achievements across men’s college basketball and other sports.
The Cougars finalize a revamped roster with transfers, freshmen and a Polish center, setting the stage for a competitive campaign.
BYU adds Lithuanian combo guard Dovydas Buika for the 2026‑27 campaign while navigating a major roster turnover, returning veterans, and a search for interior stability.
Coach Kevin Young outlines his strategy for the upcoming season, highlighting transfer portal pursuits, international prospects, and the need for a bigger center to complement point guard Rob Wright.
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.
The 2026‑27 Big 12 season promises a reshaped landscape, with title contenders emerging amid a wave of player movement.
Dawson Baker is set to return for BYU’s 2026‑27 season after a torn ACL and multiple injuries, bringing his elite three‑point shooting and experience back to a team reshaped by Coach Kevin Young’s offensive vision.
After a severe ACL tear in late 2023, Dawson Baker is set to rejoin BYU for the 2026‑27 season, bringing his proven shooting and resilience to a team that reached the Sweet 16 last year.
A look at the transfer movements, new arrivals and the search for a center as BYU reshapes its squad.