BYU just notched its biggest win of the year.
The 23rd-ranked Cougars made magic happen Saturday night at the Marriott Center, upsetting No. 6 Iowa State in 79-69 fashion.
Social media was buzzing following BYU’s triumph. Here are some of the most notable reactions.
FINAL: No. 23 BYU 79, No. 6 Iowa State 67
In a season of high-level AJ Dybantsa performances, this one is in the conversation as one of the best: 29 PTS, 10 REBS, 9 AST, 10-17 FG, 40 MINS. Efficient, unselfish, tough.
Much-needed marquee win for BYU.pic.twitter.com/QUhntKdtgd
— Jeff Borzello (@jeffborzello) February 22, 2026
Huge win. A signature win over an Iowa State team the committee named a 1 seed today.
Bigger picture is that committee shouldn’t rate BYU different without Richie. BYU’s best win of the season is without him.
— Robby McCombs (@rtmccombs) February 22, 2026
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— Justin Young (@JustinDYoung) February 22, 2026
I am allllllll the way back in on BYU. This felt like a team that just needed to see one go in. Now that one did? This team can make a run.
— Joe Wheat (@joewheat27) February 22, 2026