Top Recruit A.J. Dybantsa Shocks Nation, Commits to BYU Men’s Basketball in Historic Signing
Top Recruit A.J. Dybantsa Shocks Nation, Commits to BYU Men’s Basketball in Historic Signing
In a monumental victory for BYU men’s basketball, the Cougars have officially secured the commitment of A.J. Dybantsa, the consensus No. 1 high school basketball prospect in the nation. The 6-foot-9 forward, widely projected as a future NBA lottery pick, chose BYU over blue-blood programs including Kansas, North Carolina, and Alabama — a decision that has stunned the college basketball world.
Dybantsa’s commitment represents the first five-star signing in BYU’s program history and is already being hailed as a transformative moment for the Cougars as they continue to compete in the powerhouse Big 12 Conference.
“I believe in what Coach Kevin Young is building in Provo,” Dybantsa said in a statement. “With his NBA experience and vision, I know this is the best place for my development — on and off the court.”
Head Coach Kevin Young, who joined BYU from the NBA’s Phoenix Suns last year, was a major factor in the recruiting win. His professional pedigree, along with BYU’s rapidly growing national profile and cutting-edge facilities, were all instrumental in swaying the top prospect.
Sources also report that Dybantsa’s commitment comes alongside a record-setting NIL package, signaling BYU’s rising competitiveness in the new era of collegiate athletics.
“This is a game-changer,” said BYU Athletic Director Tom Holmoe. “A.J.’s decision puts BYU basketball on the national map in a way we’ve never seen before.”
With Dybantsa set to debut in the 2025–2026 season, Cougar fans are eagerly anticipating a new chapter in program history — one fueled by star power, ambition, and a renewed pursuit of national championship contention.
