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No. 23 BYU defeats No. 6 Iowa State in upset
AJ Dybantsa's 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists lead Cougars to victory
Feb. 22, 2026 at 6:26am
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In a matchup of ranked college basketball teams, No. 23 BYU defeated No. 6 Iowa State 79-69 on Saturday night. BYU junior AJ Dybantsa had a standout performance with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists to lead the Cougars to their first victory over a Top 10 opponent this season. Kennard Davis, Jr. added 17 points and Mihailo Boskovic had 13 for BYU, who improved to 20-7 overall and 8-6 in Big 12 conference play with the win.
Why it matters
This victory over a highly-ranked Iowa State squad is a significant accomplishment for the BYU basketball program, as they look to build momentum heading into the postseason. The Cougars have struggled at times this year against top competition, making this win an important confidence boost.
The details
BYU controlled the game from start to finish, using a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense to take down the higher-ranked Cyclones. Dybantsa was the catalyst, filling up the stat sheet and making key plays down the stretch to seal the victory for the Cougars.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
The players
AJ Dybantsa
A junior forward for BYU who had a standout performance with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Kennard Davis, Jr.
A BYU player who scored 17 points in the victory over Iowa State.
Mihailo Boskovic
A BYU player who contributed 13 points in the win.
Iowa State
The No. 6 ranked college basketball team that was upset by BYU.
BYU
The No. 23 ranked college basketball team that defeated Iowa State.
What they’re saying
“This was a huge win for our program. The guys really came together and played with a lot of heart and determination tonight.”
— Mark Pope, BYU Head Coach
What’s next
BYU will look to build on this momentum as they continue their conference schedule, with key matchups against other ranked opponents on the horizon.
The takeaway
BYU's victory over Iowa State demonstrates the team's potential and ability to compete with the best programs in the country. This win could be a springboard for the Cougars as they set their sights on postseason success.
