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BYU’s AJ Dybantsa Leaves Door Open to Returning Despite No. 1 Projections

He sets a decision for season’s end, citing family priorities with a focus on education.

Overview

  • Asked about his future on Deseret Voices, the freshman said he “might not leave” college and will decide by the end of the season.
  • Dybantsa leads Division I in scoring at 24.9 points per game and is projected as a potential No. 1 pick in mocks from USA TODAY and The Athletic.
  • He noted his mother wants him to graduate and said he will discuss the choice with her, acknowledging that fan appeals could influence him.
  • He indicated he can adhere to BYU’s Honor Code for however long he attends the school.
  • Analysts still view a draft declaration as most likely given the NBA rookie scale’s financial upside, with last year’s top pick securing a four-year, $62.7 million deal.