Watch BYU vs. Miami on Thanksgiving: Viewing Guide

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Watch BYU vs. Miami on Thanksgiving: Viewing Guide

The upcoming matchup between No. 9 BYU Cougars and Miami Hurricanes promises to be an exciting clash of talents this Thanksgiving.

Matchup Details: BYU vs. Miami

  • Date: Thursday, 3 p.m. MDT
  • Venue: State Farm Field House, Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex, Kissimmee, Florida
  • Broadcast: ESPN
  • Radio: 102.7 FM/1160 AM/Sirius XM 143
  • Series Record: Tied 2-2 (most recent meeting in 1989)

Current Season Performance

BYU Cougars

  • Record: 4-1
  • KenPom Ranking: No. 11
  • Points Scored: 87.2 per game
  • Points Allowed: 68.6 per game

The Cougars recently secured a significant victory against No. 23 Wisconsin, winning 98-70. Two wins in Florida would earn BYU the ESPN Events Invitational title, marking their first multi-team event win since 2023.

Miami Hurricanes

  • Record: 5-1
  • KenPom Ranking: No. 46
  • Points Scored: 92.2 per game
  • Points Allowed: 64.3 per game

Despite a solid record, Miami has not yet captured a signature victory this season, with their victories over teams averaging a KenPom ranking of 275. Their closest competition came against defending national champion Florida, where they fell 82-68.

Implications of the Game

A win for Miami against BYU could propel them into AP top 25 discussions. Their preseason ranking of No. 8 in the ACC indicates potential, and a strong performance in this matchup could enhance their standing within the conference.

Key Players to Watch

BYU Cougars

  • AJ Dybantsa (Forward)
  • Rob Wright III (Guard)
  • Richie Saunders (Guard)

Miami Hurricanes

  • Malik Reneau (Forward)
  • Tre Donaldson (Guard)
  • Tru Washington (Guard)

This thrilling matchup not only showcases individual talent but also hints at significant implications for both programs in their respective seasons. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN this Thanksgiving afternoon.