Oklahoma State Upsets No. 16 BYU in High-Scoring Affair

Anthony Roy's 30 points lead Cowboys to victory over Cougars

Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:55am

In a thrilling matchup, Oklahoma State defeated No. 16 BYU 99-92 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Anthony Roy scored a season-high 30 points for the Cowboys, while AJ Dybantsa led the Cougars with 36 points. Oklahoma State shot 54.7% from the field and forced 16 turnovers, leading to 21 points. The game was close throughout, with BYU rallying from a 15-point deficit to tie the game at halftime, but Oklahoma State pulled away late in the second half.

Why it matters

This upset victory over a highly ranked opponent boosts Oklahoma State's NCAA Tournament hopes, while the loss is a setback for BYU, which has now dropped three straight games. The game showcased the offensive firepower of both teams and highlighted the Cowboys' ability to capitalize on turnovers and maintain a high shooting percentage.

The details

Oklahoma State was led by Anthony Roy's 30 points, while Jaylen Curry added 18 and Parsa Fallah contributed 13 points and seven rebounds. BYU's AJ Dybantsa had a game-high 36 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Cowboys' balanced attack. Oklahoma State built a 15-point lead in the first half, but BYU rallied to tie the game at halftime. The Cowboys then pulled away late in the second half, going on a 7-0 run to take control of the game.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 5, 2026 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

The players

Anthony Roy

A key player for Oklahoma State, scoring a season-high 30 points in the upset victory.

AJ Dybantsa

The star player for BYU, scoring a game-high 36 points in the losing effort.

Oklahoma State

The unranked Cowboys pulled off the upset over the 16th-ranked BYU Cougars.

BYU

The 16th-ranked Cougars suffered their third straight loss, dropping to 17-5 on the season.

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What’s next

Oklahoma State will look to build on this momentum as they continue their Big 12 conference schedule, while BYU will aim to rebound and get back on track.

The takeaway

This game showcased the depth and offensive firepower of Oklahoma State, as they were able to overcome a talented BYU squad and pull off the upset victory. The loss is a setback for the Cougars, but they will look to learn from this experience and regain their footing in the coming weeks.