
BYU Eyes Elite Duo for 2027 Recruiting Class
BYU is among the schools courting the nation's number‑one and number‑two 2027 prospects, a pursuit that could reshape the program's future.
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BYU is among the schools courting the nation's number‑one and number‑two 2027 prospects, a pursuit that could reshape the program's future.

The 2026 Summer League concluded with spectacular displays of skill, highlighted by Yaxel Lendeborg's MVP award and Caleb Wilson's record‑setting debut.

BYU’s basketball program has broken into the top tier of the 2026 recruiting class, landing at No. 12 in the final ESPN rankings.

After a standout college career at BYU, Mihailo Boskovic is set to continue his professional journey in Serbia, joining BC Megabasket in the ABA League.

DeMarcus Henry, a 5-star small forward and the third-best prospect in the 2027 class, has trimmed his list to eight schools, keeping Brigham Young University among his top options while his recruiting trajectory continues to climb.

A deep dive into Landry Shamet’s unexpected offensive burst with the New York Knicks, his clutch performances in the playoffs, and the teams that might benefit from his services.

Joshua Jefferson was chosen 28th overall by the Brooklyn Nets, marking the first Cyclone draft pick since 2020 and ending a half‑decade without an NBA selection for Iowa State.

BYU freshman Bruce Branch is generating NBA Draft buzz, with projections ranging from top‑five to mid‑first round, while analysts note the need for greater assertiveness.

Selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, Richie Saunders hopes to translate his college success at BYU into professional impact with the Memphis Grizzlies.

The 7‑foot forward leaves the NBA Draft pool to join the Wildcats, while BYU turns its attention to Xu Xin and other international talents.

ESPN’s Jamal Collier reports that the Chicago Bulls have begun courting BYU head coach Kevin Young, a recruiter who turned down the Nets for college hoops, as the Bulls aim to reshape their roster for the 2026‑27 season.

Bruce Branch III, a top-ranked freshman, has been selected for USA Basketball’s under-18 men’s national team and will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.

Brigham Young University reveals a wide range of season ticket prices, from $210 to $2,360, as the program leverages NIL deals and elite recruiting to fund its roster and compete in the Big 12.

With a vacancy at center, BYU is evaluating a handful of big men, from reclassifying prospects to overseas veterans, while navigating agency relationships and roster dynamics.

Coach Kevin Young has secured five‑star freshmen in three consecutive recruiting cycles, and now eyes top 2027 prospects such as Demarcus Henry and Malachi Jordan.