Top 3 Lessons from BYU’s Dominant Victory Against Cincinnati: What Fans Need to Know!

BYU just scored another big win! The Cougars crushed Cincinnati 80-52 at the Marriott Center in Provo. This victory brings their record to 13-6, with a 4-4 mark against Big 12 teams.

Here are three key takeaways from the game:

1. The Cougars dominated against a tough defense. Cincinnati was known for its strong defense, boasting a 28% shooting limit from 3-point range before this game. BYU didn’t seem to mind. They shot an impressive 57.1% overall and an astounding 62.5% from beyond the arc, their best deep shooting since 2021. In the second half, they made 11 out of 15 3-pointers, showcasing one of their best offensive performances in recent history.

2. Richie Saunders shined again. Richie had a standout game, scoring a team-high 21 points and hitting five 3-pointers. He’s shooting 50% from distance in conference play. In the last two games alone, he scored 46 points, pushing his case for Big 12 Player of the Week as he keeps building his resume for potential all-conference honors.

3. Egor Demin stepped up big time. Freshman guard Egor Demin played a crucial role, scoring 15 points, his highest in a Big 12 game so far. He also grabbed five rebounds and dished out seven assists. As the team picks up the pace offensively, Demin’s confidence is growing, proving that when he plays well, BYU is a formidable opponent. His continued improvement could lead BYU to the NCAA tournament in March.