The BYU Cougars return to the Marriott Center for an exciting matchup against Arizona State on Wednesday evening. This marks their first home game since an impressive 109-81 victory over Eastern Washington. In that game, AJ Dybantsa made history by achieving a triple-double, becoming the first player in BYU’s program and just the second in Big 12 history to accomplish this feat.
Home Court Dominance
This season, BYU has maintained an unbeaten record of 6-0 at home. The Cougars have also extended their home winning streak to ten games, tied for the 25th longest active streak in the nation alongside teams like Arizona and Nebraska. During this streak, they have significantly outscored their opponents by an average of 27.2 points per game, with a scoring average of 90.3 to 63.1.
Offensive Efficiency
- Field Goal Percentage: 52.6%
- Three-Point Percentage: 35.6%
- Free Throw Percentage: 74.3%
BYU’s offensive strategy has proven effective, evidenced by a standout performance that included a 34-point victory over No. 23 Kansas.
Player Highlights
Mihailo Boskovic’s Resurgence
Mihailo Boskovic struggled early in the season, missing his first nine attempts from three-point range. However, he has since rebounded, currently shooting 85.7% from beyond the arc. In the recent win at Kansas State, he went 2-of-3 from deep, marking his first game with multiple three-pointers since a career-high performance last season against Iowa State.
Keba Keita’s Impressive Shooting
Another standout, Keba Keita, had a flawless performance, shooting 4-of-4 against Kansas State. This achievement places him ninth among active NCAA players for field goal percentage with a minimum of 300 made field goals. Last season, he set a program record by shooting 68.9% from the field in conference play.
As the BYU Cougars prepare for their game against Arizona State, both the team and its players are in excellent form. This matchup promises to showcase the talent and skill that have characterized BYU’s season thus far.
