AJ Dybantsa leads BYU to comeback against Clemson at Madison Square Garden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
In an NCAA basketball matchup at Madison Square Garden, BYU's AJ Dybantsa spearheaded a dramatic comeback against Clemson. After trailing by 21 points at halftime, Dybantsa scored 28 points total, including 22 in the second half, as BYU clinched a narrow 67-64 victory. The first half saw Clemson dominate, concluding with a 43-22 lead following a 21-0 run. Dybantsa's performance showcased his skills to NBA scouts ahead of being selected as the number 1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards.
- •BYU came back from a 21-point halftime deficit.
- •Dybantsa scored 28 points with 22 coming in the second half.
- •Clemson led 43-22 at halftime after a 21-0 run.
- •BYU secured a 67-64 victory with a game-winning shot by Robert Wright III.
- •Dybantsa was selected first overall by the Washington Wizards in the NBA Draft.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Rewind Time: AJ Dybantsa zaps Tigers 21-point lead in instant classic
"Washington Wizards select AJ Dybantsa with the number 1 pick in the NBA Draft, his second-half takeover made BYU stun Clemson at Madison Square Garden
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