Summary
BYU's basketball team lost to Texas in the NCAA Tournament. AJ Dybantsa, a top NBA draft prospect, scored 35 points in the game. Former coach Bruce Pearl praised Dybantsa for his potential and character.
Key Facts
- BYU Cougars lost to Texas Longhorns in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
- AJ Dybantsa, expected to be a high NBA draft pick in 2026, scored 35 points and had 10 rebounds in the game.
- Bruce Pearl, a former Auburn coach, praised Dybantsa's skills and character on a postgame show.
- Dybantsa is considered for the No. 1 overall pick in the next NBA draft.
- Dybantsa chose to attend BYU for development rather than financial reasons.
- Dybantsa led the nation in scoring this season with an average of 25.3 points per game.
