Bruce Branch Poised for Top‑Five NBA Draft Surge
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.
Jun 26, 2026
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Richie Saunders Drafted 32nd by Memphis Grizzlies, Marking BYU’s NBA Resurgence
Richie Saunders was selected 32nd overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2026 NBA Draft, completing a college career that blended statistical dominance, award‑winning improvement and a comeback from a serious knee injury.
Jun 25, 2026
Richie Saunders Joins Memphis Grizzlies After Stellar BYU Career
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Four‑Star Center Caleb Ourigou Eyes BYU Commitment as He Weighs 2026 Reclassification
Caleb Ourigou, a physical rebounder from Queens, visited BYU this week, considering a 2026 reclassification, while the Cougars pitch immediate playing time and NBA development under coach Kevin Young.
Jun 24, 2026
Kevin Young Looks Ahead After a Tumultuous Season for BYU Basketball
After a disappointing campaign, BYU's head coach outlines the roster moves and philosophical shifts he hopes will restore the program's momentum.
Jun 21, 2026
BYU Hunts for Versatile Big Man Ahead of Upcoming Season
The Cougars are scouting a mix of towering centers and skilled big men from China, Serbia, Australia and the United States, aiming to fill the void left by last season’s departure.
Jun 20, 2026
BYU’s Search for a Starting Big Man Intensifies Ahead of New Season
With the upcoming basketball season on the horizon, BYU’s coaching staff is zeroing in on a skilled big man to anchor the lineup, while evaluating a handful of international prospects.
Jun 20, 2026
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
BYU Secures Towering Chinese Center Xu Xin in Latest Roster Boost
BYU is close to finalizing the enrollment of 7'5" center Xu Xin, a defensive anchor whose size and rebounding could reshape the team's interior game.
Jun 18, 2026
BYU Coach Highlights Rising Prospect Keba Keita Ahead of NBA Draft
BYU basketball coach Kevin Young reveals that Keba Keita’s recent G‑League showcase performance has sparked NBA scout attention, despite earlier injuries and role changes.
Jun 18, 2026
Colorado Buffaloes Eye Big 12 Summit with New Additions
The Buffaloes are targeting a top finish in the Big 12, bolstering frontcourt depth and relying on emerging guard talent to turn ambition into results.
Jun 17, 2026
Robert Wright III Returns to BYU After Brief Kentucky Stint
After a one‑day visit to Kentucky, Robert Wright III chose to remain with the Cougars, where coach Kevin Young sees a future national‑level point guard.
Jun 17, 2026
BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Young Shapes 2026‑27 Roster Amid Summer Practice Updates
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.
Jun 17, 2026
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
BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Young Narrows Center Search Amid Logistical Delays
Coach Kevin Young outlined the team's focus on one specific center candidate while citing academic and international enrollment challenges that are delaying the process.
Jun 16, 2026
Luigi Suigo Commits to Villanova After NBA Draft Withdrawal
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Big 12 Unveils 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule, BYU Eyes New Challenges
The Big 12 has released its full schedule for the upcoming season, highlighting BYU’s matchups with Utah, Arizona and Kansas, as well as a demanding road slate that will test the Cougars’ depth and ambition.
Jun 13, 2026
BYU Basketball Faces a Grueling 2026‑27 Big 12 Schedule
The Cougars will meet Utah and Arizona twice, host Kansas, and battle a demanding road slate in a conference that promises both familiar battles and fresh storylines.
Jun 12, 2026
BYU Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Schedule, Highlighting Big 12 Showdowns and Maui Invitational Run
The upcoming season promises a blend of conference battles and high‑profile non‑conference contests, including a return to the Maui Invitational and a home game against Kansas.
Jun 11, 2026
Big 12 Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule Featuring BYU’s Full Slate
The Big 12 released its scheduling matrix for the 2026‑27 season, outlining BYU's conference opponents, non‑conference opponents, venue locations and the possibility of two extra games.
Jun 11, 2026
BYU’s 2026 Basketball Recruiting Class Falls to 32nd in National Rankings
Despite high hopes, BYU's latest recruiting class slides to 32nd nationally, prompting scrutiny of the program's trajectory and the role of new talent.
Jun 11, 2026
Mark Pope’s Recruiting Vision Captivates Richie Saunders Ahead of NBA Draft
Richie Saunders, the first recruit Mark Pope pursued for Kentucky, explains why he stayed at BYU, admires Pope’s relentless approach, and looks ahead to a full recovery and NBA prospects.
Jun 11, 2026
BYU Basketball’s Ascendancy in the Big 12: From Upsets to Elite Status
Over the past few seasons BYU has collected top‑10 victories, broken through in March Madness and positioned itself as a rising power in college basketball
Jun 8, 2026
Richie Saunders’ Remarkable College Career Cut Short by ACL Tear
A 33‑point performance against Kansas highlighted Richie Saunders' NBA potential, but an early ACL tear ended his college eligibility. His rapid recovery and skill set have scouts projecting him as a second‑round pick.
Jun 8, 2026