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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Danny Ainge is set to be enshrined in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in the 2026 class, joining elite names like Jay Wright and Tubby Smith. A legend at BYU before his NBA fame, he was a John Wooden Award winner and First Team All-American, still holding program records including third all-time in scoring and a 112-game streak of double-digit scoring. He led BYU to its only Elite Eight, capped by a legendary buzzer-beater against Notre Dame. A three-sport All-American in high school, Ainge’s all-around game and clutch performances cement his legacy as a college basketball icon.

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Lithuania’s 19-year-old phenom Dovydas Buika just joined BYU basketball, bringing elite international experience and a global resume that includes EuroLeague, FIBA U18 gold, and an invite to NBA Basketball Without Borders. A versatile 6’6” guard/wing with handle and playmaking chops, Buika’s game is shaped by elite competition and mentors — including future NBA stars — in Zalgiris Kaunas. Though his three-point shot is still refining, he already averaged double-digit points and nearly five assists in FIBA U18. With BYU’s guard/wing depth, Buika’s challenge? Finding his role and elevating his game — and the Cougars’ chances — as the season kicks off.

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BYU just snagged a European gem: 19-year-old Lithuanian wing Dovydas Buika, a six-foot-six versatile guard who chose the Cougars over Illinois and Arizona. A four-star prospect with national team experience and FIBA U18 EuroBasket stats, Buika brings leadership, size, and elite competitiveness — and he’s ready to dominate at the next level. With three roster spots left, BYU’s hunt for a starting big man is now heating up.

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BYU just got a European gem: 6’6” wing Dovydas Buika, a Lithuanian standout who helped Žalgiris Kaunas win the NextGen EuroLeague and played alongside future NBA No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa. With FIBA U18 and U17 experience, elite versatility, and proven scoring and playmaking stats, Buika’s ready to elevate the Cougars’ roster for the 2026-27 season.

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