BYU basketball is heating up its preseason with a high-energy showdown against UNLV in Vegas on October 24th — a nostalgic rematch of old conference rivals set to draw a packed crowd, especially with a strong LDS fanbase in town. Coach Josh Pastner even teased the matchup, noting the unique Vegas vibe and his own history with BYU’s staff. The Cougars also have Nebraska coming to Provo for an exhibition on October 16th, with most of their nonconference schedule locked in, including a spot in the Maui Invitational. With 13 of 14 nonconference games set and two of three exhibitions filled, this is shaping up to be a thrilling, action-packed lead-in to the season.

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BYU men’s basketball is dominating off the court too, winning the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award for the fourth straight year with a team GPA of 3.0 or higher — a rare feat in a tough Big 12 conference. Two standout players, Richie Saunders (NBA draft pick) and Dawson Baker, earned NABC Honors Court recognition for maintaining a 3.2+ GPA, proving elite academics and athletic excellence can go hand in hand. With over 2,300 student-athletes honored nationwide, BYU’s commitment to balancing basketball and books is setting a powerful example.

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Danny Ainge, the basketball legend who lit up college courts with BYU and later led the Celtics to two championships, is officially enshrined in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. Known for his 20+ point games and a game-winning shot against Notre Dame in 1981, Ainge’s impact spans scoring, coaching, and front office brilliance — including building the 2008 Celtics title team and now leading the Utah Jazz. Even his MLB stint with the Blue Jays adds to his rare, multi-sport legacy. This honor celebrates a career that redefined excellence across every level of the game.

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