BYU basketball is in major transition as Aleksej Kostic hits the transfer portal and AJ Dybantsa declares for the 2026 NBA Draft. In this episode, we break down what Kostic’s departure means for the Cougars’ backcourt, how Dybantsa’s draft decision impacts BYU’s ceiling, and what comes next for the roster. Basketball analysis, transfer portal talk, and NBA draft projections all in one place.

If you’re wondering what BYU basketball’s future roster will look like, this episode of Hike the Y ranks every key piece and projects how good the Cougars can be in the next few seasons. We break down guards, wings, and bigs, talk ceiling vs. floor for the 2026–27 roster, and debate whether this group has Top 25 and Big 12 contender upside. Plus, the Aleksej Kostić lover account joins the show to talk all things Kostić, his breakout potential, and why BYU fans are so hyped about him.

Imagine snubbing Kentucky's bluebloods for Provo loyalty—Rob Wright did just that, flipping the script on transfer drama. Then Wahlin circles back from Clemson to his roots. This pod dives into why BYU fans are losing it

In a whirlwind week for BYU basketball, star point guard Rob Wright III—the portal's No. 1 PG who dazzled with 18.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 41% from three last season—withdrew after a Kentucky visit to recommit to the Cougars, sparking rafters buzz. Sealing the excitement, Provo native and ex-Clemson forward Jake Wahlin (6-10, one year left) transferred home, adding frontcourt size and shooting after starting 29 games for the Tigers. These moves supercharge Kevin Young's roster rebuild

BYU basketball lands a massive double coup: Rob Wright III pulls a portal U-turn, ditching Kentucky to stay in Provo and chase Cougar legacy (rafters talk incoming?). Plus, Clemson transfer Jake Wahlin (6-10 forward, Provo kid) commits home, boosting frontcourt firepower with his 3-point stroke. We're hyped—join the breakdown on what this means for Kevin Young's squad next season!