Watch BYU vs. Texas in Round of 64: Streaming Guide
The NCAA Tournament is heating up as the BYU Cougars prepare to face the Texas Longhorns in the first round. This exciting matchup takes place on Thursday, March 18, 2026, at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.
Matchup Details
- Teams: No. 6 BYU Cougars vs. No. 11 Texas Longhorns
- Tip-off: 5:25 PM MDT
- Broadcast: TBS
- Radio: 102.7 FM/1160 AM
- Historical Series: BYU leads 2-0 (most recent meeting in 2024)
Team Trends
BYU enters the game with a record of 23-11. The Cougars are ranked No. 23 in KenPom and have an impressive average of 83.9 points per game with 75.3 points allowed. Their standout victory this season was a 79-69 win over No. 6 Iowa State.
On the other hand, Texas holds a 19-14 record. The Longhorns are ranked No. 37 in KenPom and average 83.3 points per game, allowing 76.5 points. They recently secured a close 68-66 victory against NC State in the NCAA Tournament’s First Four round.
Key Players to Watch
- BYU:
- AJ Dybantsa: First Team All-American, averaging 25.3 points per game.
- Rob Wright III: All-Big 12 Third Team, averaging 18.2 points and 4.7 assists.
- Kennard Davis: Averaging 13.8 points, with 43% shooting from beyond the arc in recent games.
- Texas:
- Dailyn Swain: Second Team All-SEC, averaging 17.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.
- Tramon Mark: Averaging 13.6 points, key player who hit the game-winning shot against NC State.
- Matas Vokietaitis: Averaging 15.5 points and 6.9 rebounds, shooting 62% from the field.
Game Preparation
As the teams prepare for the tournament, BYU has been engaging in focused practices at Moda Center. Players, including forward AJ Dybantsa and guard Robert Wright III, were seen showcasing their skills and bonding ahead of the high-stakes game.
Fans can expect an intense and competitive matchup as both teams vie for a spot in the next round of the NCAA Tournament. With key players stepping up, this game promises to deliver excitement and exceptional talent on the court.
