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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Wisconsin basketball schedules nonconference game against recent NCAA Tournament opponent
The Wisconsin Badgers will square off against the BYU Cougars on Nov. 21, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. In a rematch of the epic showdown in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament round of 32, the two teams will tip off at the Delta Center, the home of the NBA's Utah Jazz, in mid-November. The Cougars claimed a 91-89 victory in the March 22 tournament showdown between the two teams in Denver, Colorado. Advertisement The matchup is expected to be the first of a home-and-home, with BYU set to travel to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 2026. The news also arrives on the heels of star guard John Blackwell's decision to return to Wisconsin for the 2025-26 slate. The rising junior dropped 21 points, snared six rebounds and dished out three assists in a game-high 38 minutes in the season-ending two-point loss. Both BYU and Wisconsin's rosters will appear much different when the two squads take the hardwood in November. With the departures of star wing John Tonje, veteran center Steven Crowl, guard Max Klesmit and bench contributors Carter Gilmore and Kamari McGee, Greg Gard turned to the portal. Former San Diego State guard Nick Boyd, Virginia wing Andrew Rhode and Portland forward Austin Rapp are projected to suit up alongside Blackwell and center Nolan Winter in UW's 2025-26 starting lineup. Senior guard Braeden Carrington, forward Aleksas Bieliauskas, sophomore Jack Robison and true freshmen true freshman Zach Kinziger, Hayden Jones and Will Garlock are also forecasted to assume some of the bench responsibilities for the Badgers this fall. BYU will return star Richie Saunders, who dropped 25 against the Badgers in the NCAA Tournament, and starting center Keba Keita. Kevin Young's most significant asset will be freshman small forward A.J. Dybantsa, a five-star recruit and projected No. 1 pick of the 2026 NBA draft. Dybantsa's pull has already landed BYU non-conference games against Villanova, UConn, Wisconsin and Clemson. Advertisement Wisconsin is looking to build off its final 27-10 record during the 2024-25 slate, a season which culminated in a Big Ten tournament title game appearance and No. 3 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The test against BYU's talent will serve as an indicator of how well Gard's new pieces can coalesce early in the season. Wisconsin's November schedule also includes a high-profile four-team tournament in San Diego, California -- the Rady Children's Invitational. Contact/Follow @TheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion This article originally appeared on Badgers Wire: Wisconsin Basketball 2025 schedule game vs. BYU Cougars
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
What Greg Gard said about Wisconsin basketball's 2025 non-conference game against BYU
Wisconsin basketball head coach Greg Gard shared his views on his team's recently scheduled nonconference matchup against the BYU Cougars on Tuesday. Roughly one week after reports surfaced regarding the Nov. 21 bout against the Cougars in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Utah Jazz's Delta Center, the program officially announced the game with a press release. Advertisement "We're really excited that we're able to schedule this game with BYU," UW head coach Greg Gard told "Our game last year was one of the best of the NCAA Tournament and I think both fanbases will enjoy seeing a rematch this season. We have always tried to challenge ourselves in the non-conference schedule to prepare the team for Big Ten play and beyond and this game certainly will do so." The Badgers will certainly gear up for another highly anticipated test against Kevin Young's crew. The Cougars secured a 91-89 victory in the most recent contest between the two teams on March 22, which featured a 37-point performance from former star Badger John Tonje and a 25-tally finish from BYU veteran Richie Saunders. While Tonje will not return to the hardwood for the Badgers in Utah, the Cougars will return Saunders, send out starting center Keba Keita and welcome in freshman small forward A.J. Dybantsa, a five-star recruit and projected No. 1 pick of the 2026 NBA draft. UW, meanwhile, projects to start former San Diego State guard Nick Boyd, Virginia wing Andrew Rhode and Portland forward Austin Rapp alongside two returning starters in John Blackwell and center Nolan Winter. The Badgers' non-conference slate will also include a neutral-site match against the Villanova Wildcats at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee on December 19th, an exhibition against the Oklahoma Sooners on Oct. 24 in Milwaukee and an appearance in the Rady's Children's Invitational in late November. Advertisement Games outside the Big Ten have traditionally enabled the Badgers to gauge where they stand against potential NCAA Tournament participants down the line. Those games also allow Gard to experiment with rotations and evaluate how his athletes perform alongside one another. With Dybantsa at the helm for BYU, Wisconsin's Nov. 21 bout vs. the Cougars will also draw eyeballs. The battle is expected to be the first of a home-and-home, with BYU set to travel to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 2026. Before then, Gard and company will look to notch an early signature win to start the 2025-26 regular season. Contact/Follow @TheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion This article originally appeared on Badgers Wire: Wisconsin basketball coach Greg Gard comments on BYU game
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
No. 1 College Basketball Recruit Makes Personal Announcement on Monday
The college basketball season's end had everyone excited about the newcomers. All eyes are focused on the high school class of 2025, featuring some incredible talent, such as Massachusetts native AJ Dybantsa. Advertisement As Dybantsa prepares to head off to college, entering his freshman season with the BYU Cougars, he shared some exciting news with fans. Dybantsa will be starting a YouTube channel, showcasing his journey at the collegiate level, on and off the court. "What's good y'all, I'm AJ Dybantsa" Dybantsa said. "Welcome to my YouTube channel. I'm from Brockton, Massachusetts and I'm committed to BYU for this upcoming season. Make sure you hit that subscribe button and follow along as I take you through my journey in college and all that." Upon announcing his decision to embark on the social media venture, Dybantsa shared the expectations of the YouTube channel with fans. Advertisement "I'm going to be showing you behind-the-scenes workouts," Dybantsa continued. "Game-day vibes, travel, life on the court, off the court and more. Let me know what content y'all wanna see by leaving a comment down below." Utah Prep Academy forward AJ Dybantsa (3).Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Dybantsa is heading to BYU as the No. 1 overall recruit in the class of 2025, per 247Sports. He had been fluctuating around the Top 3 for much of the past year, but now ranks ahead of previous No. 1 prospects Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer. Before committing to BYU, Dybantsa also took official visits to Kansas, Kansas State, North Carolina and Alabama. He is now the future of Kevin Young's roster with the BYU Cougars. Advertisement Related: LSU Reacts to MiLaysia Fulwiley Announcement on Sunday Related: Alabama Football Reacts to Major Announcement on Saturday
NBC Sports
27-03-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Take the over in Alabama's matchup vs. BYU
Brad Thomas and Vaughn Dalzell discuss tonight's Sweet 16 matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and BYU Cougars, in which taking the over 175.5 could be the move due to the pace both teams play with.
USA Today
25-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alabama Basketball 2024-25 Opponent Preview: BYU Cougars
Alabama Basketball 2024-25 Opponent Preview: BYU Cougars For the third consecutive season, the Alabama Crimson Tide are back in the men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16. Yes, after wins over Robert Morris and Saint Mary's in the first and second rounds, respectively, the Crimson Tide have once again returned to the Sweet 16 where a matchup against what is likely their toughest challenge yet now awaits in the BYU Cougars. An opponent from the Big 12, BYU is enjoying one of their best seasons in recent memory, and are set to play their first Sweet 16 game since 2011. The Cougars are also making their second-straight NCAA Tournament appearance, as well their first under a new head coach. The opponent standing between Alabama and their second consecutive Elite Eight appearance, here is a preview of the 2024-25 BYU Cougars. BYU Cougars 2024-25 Team Overview Conference: Big 12 Big 12 Arena: Marriott Center, Provo, Utah Marriott Center, Provo, Utah 2024-25 Record: 26-9 overall (14-6 in Big 12) 26-9 overall (14-6 in Big 12) Ranking: No. 17 in AP Poll, No. 17 in Coaches Poll No. 17 in AP Poll, No. 17 in Coaches Poll NCAA Tournament Seed: No. 6 in East Region The No. 6 seed in the East Region, BYU comes into this matchup against Alabama owning a 26-9 overall record, and are also coming off a first round win over No. 11 seed VCU, as well as a 91-89 second round upset of No. 3 seeded Wisconsin. A member of the Big 12 who went 14-6 in conference play during the regular season, BYU was also ranked as the nation's No. 17 team in both the AP and Coaches Poll prior to the start of the NCAA Tournament. BYU Cougars 2024-25 Coaching Staff Head Coach: Kevin Young Kevin Young Assistant Coach: Will Voigt Will Voigt Assistant Coach: Brandon Dunson Brandon Dunson Assistant Coach: Chris Burgess Chris Burgess Assistant Coach: Tim Fanning Tim Fanning Assistant Coach: John Linehan Leading the BYU men's basketball program is Kevin Young, who is in his first season at the helm of the Cougars, as he took over this season for now Kentucky head coach Mark Pope in Provo. Prior to BYU, Young was an associate head coach with the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. BYU Cougars 2024-25 Stats PPG: 81.2 (No. 26 in NCAA) 81.2 (No. 26 in NCAA) PPG Allowed: 71.4 (No. 160 in NCAA) 71.4 (No. 160 in NCAA) FG%: 48.3 48.3 2P%: 58.4 58.4 3P%: 37.3 37.3 FT%: 71 71 RPG: 37.7 37.7 APG: 17.2 17.2 SPG: 7.1 7.1 BPG: 3.2 The Cougars rank among the nation's highest scoring teams at 81.2 points per game, which ranks No. 26 nationally, while also allowing 71.4 points per game themselves defensively. Other notable stats included BYU ranking as the nation's No. 8 team in combined two-point shooting percentage at 58.4%, while also Top 35 nationally in assists per game, three-pointers made and attempted, field goal percentage, and three-point percentage. BYU Cougars 2024-25 Players to Know Richie Saunders, Guard - Senior - Senior Egor Demin, Forward - Freshman - Freshman Fousseyni Traore, Forward - Senior - Senior Trevin Knell, Guard - Graduate Student - Graduate Student Keba Keita, Center - Junior Leading the Cougars into this matchup against Alabama are two double-digit scorers in Richie Saunders and Egor Demin, the former of which leads BYU in scoring at 16.3 points per game on 43.1% shooting from three. BYU is also a deep team that has six others also averaging over 6.9 points per game, as well as two prominent rebounders in the duo of Fousseyni Traore and Keba Keita.
