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UCF Basketball Takes On No. 19 BYU
Preview and Odds for the Big 12 Matchup
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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UCF basketball will face off against No. 19 BYU in a Big 12 conference matchup at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. The game will tip off at 11:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 24th and will be televised on ESPN 2. BYU is a 12.5-point favorite according to FanDuel Sportsbook, and the Cougars lead the all-time series 4-0 against the Knights.
Why it matters
This game represents an important test for the UCF basketball team as they look to make a statement against a highly-ranked opponent on the road. BYU has been one of the top teams in the Big 12 this season, led by standout forward AJ Dybantsa who is a leading candidate for the 2026 NBA Draft. A strong performance by UCF could boost their conference standing and NCAA Tournament resume.
The details
BYU will be without guard Richie Saunders, but they still have a potent offense led by Dybantsa and guard Robert Wright III, who both rank in the top 10 in the Big 12 in scoring. Dybantsa in particular has been dominant, leading the nation in total points and points per game. UCF will counter with a strong effort from guard Themus Fulks, who is coming off a career-high 24 points against Utah. The Knights will also need to find a way to contain BYU's frontcourt duo of Dybantsa and Keba Keita, who are both elite rebounders and shot-blockers.
- The game will tip off at 11:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
- BYU guard Richie Saunders will be out for this game due to injury.
The players
AJ Dybantsa
BYU forward who leads the nation in scoring and is a top NBA Draft prospect.
Themus Fulks
UCF guard who is coming off a career-high scoring performance against Utah.
Keba Keita
BYU forward who is a dominant rebounder and shot-blocker in the Big 12.
Robert Wright III
BYU guard who ranks in the top 10 in the Big 12 in scoring.
What’s next
The winner of this game will take a big step forward in the Big 12 standings and improve their chances of earning a high seed in the NCAA Tournament.
The takeaway
This matchup between UCF and No. 19 BYU represents an important opportunity for the Knights to prove they can compete with one of the top teams in the Big 12 conference. A strong performance, even in a loss, could boost UCF's national profile and set them up for a successful postseason run.
