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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, with guard Rob Wright III scoring 33 points and making four 3-pointers to lead the Cougars to a season-opening victory in Salt Lake City.
- Head coach Kevin Young prioritized perimeter shooting for the 2026-2027 roster after last season's struggles; BYU shot 46% from 3-point range Monday, converting open looks and contested threes in the second half.
- True freshmen Bruce Branch III and Brooks Bahr made their debuts for BYU, with Bahr posting a plus-11 rating in 14 minutes. Ohio State shot 66% from inside the 3-point line, exposing defensive vulnerabilities.
- Team chemistry feels much-improved after the season-opening win, a stark contrast from last year. Although "vibes" can't be quantified, the defensive effort and attitude mark a clear shift from the previous squad.
- The Cougars host Omaha on Friday night while Ohio State returns home to face Youngstown State on the same evening. Both teams pursue non-conference wins after opening their seasons with contrasting results.
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Wright III scores 33, leads No. 25 BYU past Ohio State
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No. 25 BYU hands Ohio State first season-opening loss since 2003
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NO. 25 BYU 94, OHIO STATE 83
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Rob Wright III scores 33, leads No. 25 BYU past Ohio State 94-83
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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