College Basketball Opening Day: Scores, Rankings, and Highlights
Follow the action from a packed opening day in men's and women's college basketball. The season kicked off with exciting moments, close contests, and surprising upsets.
Some games are still in progress. You can track live scores and stats through the links below:
Key Game Result: BYU vs. Villanova in Las Vegas
BYU edged Villanova 71-66 in the Hall of Fame Series, holding off a late Villanova rally. The Cougars led 42-32 at halftime, but Villanova gradually closed the gap and briefly took the lead, 56-55, with just over eight minutes left.
BYU then surged ahead with a 16-10 run to secure the win.
Standout Player Performances
- Freshman forward AJ Dybantsa led BYU with 21 points in his impressive college debut.
- Center Keba Keita delivered a stellar defensive effort: 8 points, 7 rebounds (4 defensive), and 3 blocks.
"The potential No. 1 overall pick finished with 21 points and 6 rebounds in the win."
"Keba Keita had an incredible defensive showing, racking up eight points, seven rebounds (four defensive rebounds), and three blocks."
Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the college basketball season unfolds.
Summary: The opening day showcased thrilling games and standout performances, with BYU defeating Villanova thanks to strong showings by freshmen AJ Dybantsa and Keba Keita.