No. 19 BYU Upset at Home by UCF's Hot Shooting

Knights make 14 3-pointers in 97-84 victory over Cougars

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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In a surprising upset, the UCF Knights defeated the No. 19 ranked BYU Cougars 97-84 on Tuesday night. UCF was led by strong performances from Themus Fulks, who had 24 points and 11 assists, and Jordan Burks, who also scored 24 points. The Knights shot an impressive 14-of-24 from 3-point range and outscored BYU 44-34 in the paint.

Why it matters

This loss is a significant setback for the Cougars, who were ranked 19th in the nation and expected to win at home. UCF's ability to shoot the 3-pointer effectively and control the interior proved to be too much for BYU to handle, highlighting potential weaknesses in the Cougars' defense.

The details

UCF shot 56% from the field, including a scorching 58% from 3-point range. In addition to the strong performances from Fulks and Burks, Jamichael Stillwell added a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. The Knights' balanced scoring attack and efficient shooting proved to be the difference in the game.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Themus Fulks

A UCF player who scored 24 points and had 11 assists in the game.

Jordan Burks

A UCF player who also scored 24 points in the upset victory.

Jamichael Stillwell

A UCF player who recorded a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come in and play our best game to have a chance against a ranked team like BYU. I'm really proud of the way our guys executed the game plan and stepped up to the challenge.”

— Johnny Dawkins, UCF Head Coach (UCF Athletics)

The takeaway

This game showcased UCF's ability to compete with and defeat a highly-ranked opponent on the road, demonstrating the team's potential to make a deep run in the postseason. Meanwhile, BYU's loss raises questions about their ability to defend the perimeter and maintain their ranking in the face of tough competition.