Cincinnati Upsets BYU, Potential No. 1 Draft Pick Dybantsa Held in Check
Published: March 4, 2026 | 247sports.news
Bearcats Dominate Cougars in Key Conference Win
Cincinnati secured a decisive 90-68 victory over Brigham Young on Tuesday night, a result that shifted the conference standings. The win marked Cincinnati’s tenth of the season, even as BYU suffered their tenth loss.
The game featured a standout performance from Spanish player Baba Miller, who contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, achieving a double-double, along with five assists in 32 minutes of play. Jalen Celestine and Jizzle James each added 18 points, with Moustapha Thiam contributing 16.
Dybantsa Struggles in Loss, Considers NBA Draft
BYU’s Anicet “AJ” Dybantsa, the MVP of the recent U-19 World Cup and a highly touted prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft, scored 23 points but faced shooting difficulties, going 1/8 from three-point range and 6/13 from two-point range. His teammate, Robert Wright, also scored 23 points.
The reason, he says, would be to graduate to grant his mother a treat.AJ Dybantsa
Dybantsa recently indicated he is considering whether to enter the 2026 NBA Draft, citing a desire to graduate as a motivating factor.
BYU’s Recent Struggles and Conference Implications
BYU had previously enjoyed a thirteen-game winning streak after only losing to Connecticut earlier in the season. However, they have now lost three consecutive games and four of their last five. Cincinnati’s victory allowed them to move up a position in the conference standings, surpassing BYU.
Key Stats
- Cincinnati: 90 points
- BYU: 68 points
- Baba Miller (Cincinnati): 15 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists
- AJ Dybantsa (BYU): 23 points
- Jalen Celestine (Cincinnati): 18 points
- Jizzle James (Cincinnati): 18 points
- Robert Wright (BYU): 21 points
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For complete game statistics, visit the NCAA website.
FAQ
What was the final score of the game?
Cincinnati defeated BYU 90-68.
Who was the leading scorer for BYU?
AJ Dybantsa was the leading scorer for BYU with 23 points.
What is AJ Dybantsa considering?
AJ Dybantsa is considering whether to enter the 2026 NBA Draft.