BYU men's basketball coach Kevin Young was seen conferring with guard Robert Wright III during a timeout in the Cougars' game against Iowa State at the Marriott Center in Provo on February 21, 2026. The contest offered an early glimpse at the revamped BYU roster under Young's leadership as the program navigates its first season in the Big 12 Conference.
Young, who took over the program in 2024, has reshaped the roster through transfers and recruiting. Wright, a key returner wearing number 1, figures prominently in the backcourt rotation. The Iowa State game served as a benchmark for the new-look Cougars against established conference competition.
Photographs from the game captured Young's sideline demeanor and interactions with players during stoppages. The Marriott Center crowd witnessed the first home conference schedule for BYU since joining the Big 12.
