BYU is back in the win column.
The Cougars bounced back from last week’s blowout loss at Providence with a convincing 95-67 win over Fresno State Tuesday night in Provo.
3 takeaways
Trevin Knell was awesome. The 26-year-old senior turned in one of the best performances of his career, leading all scorers with 22 points and 10 rebounds for his first-ever double-double. Knell shot 8 of 11 from the field and 4 of 6 from deep, throwing three steals while remaining completely turnover-free.
BYU’s offense was as balanced as it has been all season. Six different Cougars – Knell, Kanon Catchings, Keba Keita, Richie Saunders, Dallin Hall and Dawson Baker – all reached double figures in scores. BYU made 41.2 percent of its 3-point shots and made 24 of 35 2-pointers, including 16 of the first 20 attempts.
Additionally, Kevin Young’s team held Fresno State to 35% shooting and won the rebounding battle by a stunning 50-27 margin.
Turnovers continue to plague the Cougars. BYU coughed up at least 10 turnovers for the sixth time in nine games, tying a season high with 17 against the Bulldogs. Given how good the Cougars’ shooting, rebounding and defense were on Tuesday night, improving ball security is the biggest obstacle to becoming a much more formidable team.
