The BYU Cougars aren’t used to having top-notch prospects in college basketball. But now that former NBA player Kevin Young is there, that might finally be a different story.
The Cougars already landed AJ Dybantsa, one of the highest-ranked prospects in recent years, and someone who could’ve legitimately made a run at the No. 1 pick this year.
Dtybantsa seems to be one step ahead of the rest of the pack, as he showed again in a scrimmage with the U19 Team USA, according to Mitch Harper of KSL Sports.
AJ Dybantsa dominates in Team USA scrimmage
“During Sunday’s scrimmages, Dybantsa was a standout performer. He reportedly scored the last 11 points for his team to help lead his group in the scrimmage, including the game-winning bucket to give his team a 38-37 victory,” Harper reported.
AJ Dybantsa (BYU) makes the game-winning play during scrimmages on Day 2 of the U19 trials. Fans are going to love seeing him with the ball in his hands at the end of the shot clock or when the game is on the line next season in Provo. pic.twitter.com/kfYzdzFwVv
— Krysten Peek (@krystenpeek) June 16, 2025
This is a positive omen ahead of his freshman campaign. The hype has never been higher, and we can expect the Cougars to play in front of sold-out crowds more often than not.
Of course, a lot can go wrong, but hopefully, he will be able to stay healthy and fulfill his potential not only in college basketball but also when he finally turns pro.
