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BYU Sophomore Point Guard Robert Wright III Staying Put
ESPN reports Wright will not enter the transfer portal despite Cougars' roster turnover.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:10pm
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BYU's Robert Wright III will provide a steady hand to guide the Cougars through an offseason of roster upheaval.Provo TodayBYU sophomore point guard Robert Wright III will remain with the Cougars next season, according to an ESPN report on Wednesday. Wright, a third-team All-Big 12 selection last year, led the team in assists and steals while ranking second in scoring as BYU went 23-12 and lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Why it matters
BYU is expected to lose several key players to the NBA and transfer portal, including All-American forward AJ Dybantsa and All-Big 12 guard Richie Saunders. Wright's decision to stay provides stability and leadership for the Cougars as they look to rebuild their roster.
The details
Wright, a 6-foot-1 sophomore, averaged 18.1 points, 4.6 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game last season. He shot 46.7% from the field and 41% from 3-point range. After starting his career at Baylor, where he made the Big 12 All-Freshman team, Wright transferred to BYU and has emerged as one of the top point guards in the conference.
- Wright played at Baylor in the 2024-25 season.
- Wright just completed his sophomore season at BYU, going 23-12 and losing in the NCAA Tournament.
The players
Robert Wright III
A 6-foot-1 sophomore point guard who led BYU in assists and steals last season while ranking second in scoring.
AJ Dybantsa
An All-American forward for BYU who led the nation in scoring as a freshman at 25.5 points per game and is projected as a potential top NBA draft pick.
Richie Saunders
An All-Big 12 guard for BYU who sustained a season-ending torn ACL injury in mid-February, completing his four-year career with the Cougars.
What’s next
With Wright returning, BYU will look to rebuild its roster and compete in the Big 12 next season despite the losses of Dybantsa and Saunders.
The takeaway
Robert Wright III's decision to remain at BYU provides much-needed stability and leadership for the Cougars as they navigate a significant roster turnover, giving the team a proven playmaker to build around for the future.
