URGENT UPDATE: In a thrilling matchup, the No. 11 BYU Cougars have defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 76-70, marking TCU’s third straight loss and dropping their record to 1-4 against ranked opponents. The game unfolded on January 17, 2024, in Provo, Utah, where AJ Dybantsa led the Cougars with an impressive 25 points, scoring 17 in the second half.
The Cougars (16-1, 4-0 Big 12) extended their winning streak to 13 consecutive games, showcasing resilience after a sluggish first half. TCU (11-6, 1-3 Big 12) was in the lead at halftime, 36-30, capitalizing on BYU’s struggles with shooting, notably going 1 of 11 from beyond the arc before the break.
The second half turned the tide in BYU’s favor as they launched a decisive 9-0 run midway through. Dybantsa’s powerful plays and a crucial three-pointer from Mihailo Boskovic shifted momentum. Richie Saunders contributed 18 points, including a pivotal three-pointer with 2:14 left, increasing BYU’s lead to 70-63.
Xavier Edmonds led TCU with 19 points and eight rebounds, while Micah Robinson added 10 points off the bench. Despite their efforts, TCU was unable to regain control as BYU sealed the victory with a key block from Keba Keita in the final minute, who also recorded 10 rebounds.
As TCU prepares for a challenging game against Utah on Saturday, BYU will face No. 15 Texas Tech the same day. This matchup continues to highlight the competitive nature of the Big 12, with both teams vying for crucial wins as the season progresses.
Fans are eager to see how TCU responds after this setback, and BYU’s momentum will be under close scrutiny as they aim to continue their winning streak. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
