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!

Collin Chandler is finally in Provo and Tyler Betsey is on the way, so the boys break down what BYU’s newest weapons really bring to the Cougars on both ends of the floor. They dive into whether Aleksej Kostić was actually “pushed out,” how the guard room politics played out, and what it says about Kevin Young’s vision for the roster. Then they each build a BYU basketball starting five using only players from the current roster, debate fit versus talent, and argue over who should have the ball in their hands when it really matters.

College basketball isn’t just changing—it’s getting picked apart. In this episode, we break down how the transfer portal is quietly stealing from the sport we love, from roster continuity to fan connection. Then we zoom in on Provo and talk through the six BYU players hitting the portal and how much panic (or optimism) Cougar Nation should actually have right now. Stick around to hear where we think BYU goes from here—and whether the portal era is ruining college hoops or just exposing who’s really serious about winning.

We’re recapping the wild BYU hoops season from start to finish. We hand out fake awards, debate the best games and plays, and talk through the biggest surprises and “what if” moments. Ruby “The Rob” Winget joins the show to dish on her favorite Cougs, clutch performances, and where this team goes next.

If you love BYU hoops, tap in, subscribe, and tell us your season MVP in the comments.

The boys are back with a full BYU guessing game episode, putting their Cougar knowledge on the line in a bunch of ridiculous, rapid-fire challenges. From stat lines and historic moments to random Big 12 storylines and “there’s no way that’s real” trivia, we see who actually knows BYU sports and who’s just vibes. Play along, keep score, and find out which of the boys is the real BYU junkie by the end of the episode.

BYU journalism prof and reporting legend Othello Richards joins Hike the Y straight from the 2026 Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City. He breaks down BYU's epic 10-seed upset over K-State (shoutout AJ Dybantsa's 40!), the Cougs' tough Houston battle, and exclusive locker room chats with players across the league.​​

The glass "clear court" LED floor sparked chaos—slips, Texas Tech injuries, fan backlash, and a mid-tourney hardwood swap after coaches revolted. Othello shares raw player reactions, safety gripes, and if it truly leveled the semis play.

Plus, his pro tips for nailing interviews, Big 12 vibes, and untold BYU nuggets before Selection Sunday. Must-listen for Cougar fans chasing March Madness.

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