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 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
BYU Basketball’s NCAA Tournament Struggles Persist Despite Past Success
Recent early exits and a historical pattern of missed opportunities cast doubt on BYU's tournament pedigree, even as the program eyes a resurgence under new leadership.
Jun 6, 2026
BYU’s Early Basketball Rankings Lag Behind Big 12 Rivals
Early preseason rankings place BYU outside the top 25, but Big 12 rivals dominate the lists, and the Cougars hope a new center can change their trajectory.
Jun 3, 2026
Robert Wright III Poised to Lead BYU Basketball into a New Era
Robert Wright III is set to lead a revamped BYU backcourt as the team navigates key departures and aims for a strong Big 12 showing.
Jun 3, 2026
BYU Eyes 2027 Five-Star Forward Moussa Kamissoko as Recruiting Surge Continues
BYU basketball is actively courting 2027 five-star forward Moussa Kamissoko, a top-10 national recruit whose athleticism and shooting have made him a coveted target for several elite programs.
Jun 3, 2026
The Future of ‘Blue Blood’ Basketball: Duke, UNC, and the Shifting Landscape
Jason Williams and Grant Hill clash over UNC's 'Blue Blood' status, as coaching transitions, NCAA rule shifts, and new recruiting pathways challenge traditional powerhouses.
Jun 2, 2026
Kevin Young’s Coaching Future: Bulls’ Interest and BYU’s Retention Battle
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.
May 31, 2026
BYU’s 2023 Nonconference Basketball Schedule Sets Up Ambitious Road to the NCAA Tournament
BYU’s 2023 nonconference slate features 12 games against top opponents, including Ohio State, Northwestern, Utah State and San Diego State, plus a Maui Invitational stint that offers seven Quad 1/2 opportunities and a chance to reduce travel strain compared with last year.
May 29, 2026