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BYU's New Core Four, Rob Wright Exclusive, and Big 12 Predictions | That’s A W

10/22/2026
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BYU point guard Rob Wright III joins That's A W for an exclusive interview about his decision to return to BYU, his relationship with head coach Kevin Young, and the Cougars' exciting new roster. Plus, Sam Lance from The Field of 68 joins Vince Wolfram live from Big 12 Basketball Media Days in Kansas City to break down the biggest contenders, rising stars, sleeper teams, and championship predictions for the 2026-27 college basketball season.


Rob Wright takes us inside BYU basketball, discussing five-star freshman Bruce Branch III, his developing chemistry with Michigan State transfer Jaxon Kohler, and why he ultimately wanted to remain in Provo. Wright also shares his experience storming the field after a BYU football victory, reflects on his unforgettable game-winning shot at Madison Square Garden, and explains what makes Kevin Young's program special.


Sam Lance and Vince Wolfram examine the entire Big 12 landscape, including Arizona's talented trio of Caleb Holt, Ivan Kharchenkov, and Motiejus Krivas; Houston's winning culture under Kelvin Sampson; and Texas Tech's championship potential with JT Toppin and Darrion Williams. They also discuss whether Baylor is being overlooked, why Cincinnati and Oklahoma State could surprise people, and which programs have the best chance to compete for a Big 12 championship.


Who will emerge from college basketball's toughest conference?


Join the conversation in the comments with your Big 12 championship picks, and subscribe to That's A W for exclusive player interviews, behind-the-scenes access, college basketball analysis, and more with Vince Wolfram.


Chapters:


00:00 Vince Wolfram & Sam Lance from Kansas City

01:38 Big 12 Basketball Outlook & Eligibility Questions

04:34 Arizona's Caleb Holt & NBA Draft Potential

06:08 Motiejus Krivas & Arizona's Dominant Trio

08:26 Houston Basketball & Kelvin Sampson's Culture

10:48 Cincinnati & West Virginia as Big 12 Sleepers

12:49 Why Baylor Could Exceed Expectations

15:50 Texas Tech's Championship Potential & JT Toppin

18:36 Exclusive Interview with BYU's Rob Wright

19:52 Rob Wright Breaks Down Bruce Branch III

20:23 Jaxon Kohler's Impact on BYU

20:56 Why Rob Wright Decided to Stay at BYU

21:48 Rob Wright's Biggest W & Game-Winning Shot

22:23 Sam Lance Breaks Down BYU's New Core Four

26:11 Oklahoma State & TCU's Upside

28:23 Sam Lance's Big 12 Championship Predictions

33:10 Closing Thoughts


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