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Rob Wright III Scores 33, Leads No. 25 BYU Past Ohio State 94-83
Wright scored 33 points and BYU made 11 3-pointers as the Cougars opened the season with a win over Ohio State, officials said.
- On Monday, No. 25 BYU defeated Ohio State 94-83 behind guard Rob Wright III, who scored 33 points and made four 3-pointers in the Cougars' season opener.
- Head coach Kevin Young prioritized perimeter shooting for the 2026-2027 roster after last season's offensive struggles, a strategic shift designed to improve spacing around Wright.
- BYU shot 46% from 3-point range, converting 7 of 10 attempts in the second half, while Ohio State shot 66% from inside the arc, exposing defensive vulnerabilities.
- Although "vibes" cannot be quantified, team chemistry feels much-improved after the opener, contrasting sharply with last year's defensive effort and attitude issues.
- The Cougars host Omaha on Friday night while Ohio State returns home to face Youngstown State, with both teams seeking to build momentum in their non-conference schedules.
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Rob Wright III scored 33 points, leading No. 25 BYU to a 94-83 victory over Ohio State. Collin Chandler and Tyler Betsey each add 15 points for the Cougars. BYU shot 69% from the field and made seven 3-pointers in…
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The News-GazetteNO. 25 BYU 94, OHIO STATE 83
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