AJ Dybantsa reflects on time at BYU ahead of NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
AJ Dybantsa, the top basketball recruit, discusses his experiences at BYU as he prepares for the NBA draft on June 23. In a recent interview, he expressed no regrets about his one season with the Cougars, despite their first-round exit in the NCAA Tournament. Dybantsa averaged 25.5 points per game but noted disappointment over the team's inability to go further. He praised the coaching staff, particularly for their work with point guard Rob Wright III, and shared insights on adapting to BYU's culture. As he transitions to the professional level, Dybantsa remains proud of his contributions to the program.
- •Dybantsa had a standout season, leading NCAA Division I in scoring.
- •BYU reached the NCAA Tournament as a No. 6 seed but lost in the first round.
- •He traveled to various locations while preparing for the draft, including Madison Square Garden.
- •Dybantsa expressed confidence in BYU’s coaching staff and future success.
- •He shared personal insights about adapting to BYU's culture and community.
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — AJ Dybantsa reminisces on his two years in Utah just weeks ahead of NBA draft
"Does AJ Dybantsa have any regrets bout spending his only college basketball season playing for Kevin Young at BYU?
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