BYU Snaps Losing Streak with Comeback Win Over Baylor

Cougars overcome early deficit, get historic performances from Wright III and Dybantsa

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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BYU men's basketball team snapped its 4-game losing streak with a 99-94 road victory over Baylor on Tuesday night. The Cougars trailed by 12 points early but rallied to tie the game at halftime and then pulled away in the second half, led by 30-point games from Robert Wright III and AJ Dybantsa. The win marked BYU's first Quad 1 victory since December and provided much-needed positive momentum for the team.

Why it matters

This was a crucial win for BYU, which had dropped five straight Quad 1 games and fallen below .500 in Big 12 play. The comeback victory over a ranked Baylor squad should give the Cougars a boost in the standings and their NCAA Tournament hopes as they look to finish the season strong.

The details

BYU overcame an early 12-point deficit by going on a 20-8 run to end the first half tied at 41. In the second half, the Cougars shot 80% on 2-pointers and averaged 1.57 points per possession to build a 17-point lead before Baylor made a late surge. Robert Wright III, a former Baylor player, scored a career-high 30 points while AJ Dybantsa added 36 points, marking the first time two BYU teammates each scored 30+ in the same game since 1984.

  • BYU trailed by 12 points after 12 minutes of the first half.
  • BYU went on a 20-8 run to end the first half tied at 41.
  • In the second half, BYU averaged 1.57 points per possession.

The players

Robert Wright III

A BYU guard who scored a career-high 30 points against his former team Baylor, including hitting 12 of 21 shots with 4 rebounds, 3 assists and 4 steals.

AJ Dybantsa

A BYU forward who scored 36 points on 14-of-20 shooting, with 7 assists and 5 rebounds, continuing his case to be a top NBA Draft pick.

Richie Saunders

A BYU player who scored 15 points with 9 rebounds.

Kennard Davis Jr.

A BYU player who scored 12 points, including 4 clutch free throws in the final minute.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

BYU will look to build on this momentum as it continues its Big 12 schedule. The Cougars' next game is this Saturday at home against Kansas State.

The takeaway

This win was a much-needed boost for BYU, which had struggled with consistency and Quad 1 victories this season. The historic performances from Wright III and Dybantsa, combined with the team's second-half defensive effort, show the Cougars' potential when they play to their capabilities.