No. 4 Arizona returned to the win column Saturday night, overcoming a standout scoring performance from AJ Dybantsa to beat BYU 75-68.
The Wildcats entered the matchup looking to steady themselves after back-to-back losses, and they responded with a complete effort that ultimately withstood BYU’s best punch. Dybantsa carried the Cougars offensively, finishing with 35 points, but Arizona limited the rest of the lineup enough to keep control of the game’s final outcome.
Arizona answers after two straight defeats
After dropping its previous two games, Arizona delivered the kind of bounce-back win expected from a top-five team, finding a way to close out a competitive contest even as Dybantsa repeatedly generated offense for BYU.
The Wildcats’ 75 points proved sufficient on a night when one player dominated the scoring column for the opposition. Arizona’s ability to secure the victory despite Dybantsa’s 35-point night underscored the value of balance and timely execution, particularly coming off a brief downturn in form.
Arizona improved its momentum with the win, while BYU was left to settle for a strong individual performance that didn’t translate into a team result.