
BYU Basketball Locks in Starting Five Ahead of New Season
Jaxon Kohler's arrival, Robert Wright III's point guard role, and Jake Wahlin's selection as power forward headline BYU's preseason preparations.
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Jaxon Kohler's arrival, Robert Wright III's point guard role, and Jake Wahlin's selection as power forward headline BYU's preseason preparations.

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.

Polish forward‑center Jakub Urbaniak has pledged to BYU, bringing a blend of rebounding, rim protection and three‑point shooting that aligns with the Cougars’ offensive scheme.

A recent court decision has unlocked a fifth year of eligibility for college athletes, prompting former Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler to consider his next move, with BYU’s NBA‑style system emerging as a key factor

Robert Wright III shattered the Powder League scoring record with 101 points, a performance that underscores his role as a cornerstone for BYU’s quest to return to the NCAA Tournament.

Jakub Urbaniak, a Polish forward/center standing 6‑foot‑9, has pledged to join Brigham Young University, bringing a mix of athleticism, rebounding and outside shooting to the Cougars' roster.

The Cougars finalize a revamped roster with transfers, freshmen and a Polish center, setting the stage for a competitive campaign.

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

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.

The upcoming Big 12 men’s basketball season will be defined by major roster changes, key transfers, and coaching shifts across the league, setting the stage for fresh storylines and competitive balance.

Dovydas Buika, a 19‑year‑old Lithuanian guard, has pledged to Brigham Young University, joining a growing influx of overseas talent in the Cougars’ offseason lineup.

The 2026‑27 Big 12 season promises a reshaped landscape, with title contenders emerging amid a wave of player movement.

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.

A look at the transfer movements, new arrivals and the search for a center as BYU reshapes its squad.

St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.