In a shocking press conference, BYU head coach Mark Pope dropped a bombshell that sent waves throughout the college basketball world. Pope revealed that the Cougars have reached an agreement with Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
The news left fans and analysts stunned, wondering how the Cougars managed to land one of the NBA’s brightest stars. Gilgeous-Alexander, a 24-year-old shooting guard, has been dominating the league, averaging 32.4 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 6.1 assists per game.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Shai to the BYU family,” Pope said, beaming with excitement. “He’s an incredible talent, and we believe he’ll be a game-changer for our program.”
Details of the agreement are still scarce, but sources close to the program indicate that Gilgeous-Alexander will join the Cougars on a one-year deal. The move is seen as a massive coup for BYU, which has been looking to bolster its roster after a disappointing season last year.
Gilgeous-Alexander’s decision to join BYU is a surprising one, given his established career in the NBA. However, sources suggest that he’s looking for a new challenge and is eager to help the Cougars become a dominant force in college basketball.
The news has sent shockwaves throughout the NCAA, with many fans and analysts taking to social media to express their surprise and excitement. “This is a game-changer for BYU,” wrote ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas. “Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a top-tier talent, and his addition will make the Cougars a serious contender for the national title.”
As the news continues to sink in, one thing is clear: the BYU Cougars have just become a whole lot scarier. With Gilgeous-Alexander on board, the Cougars are poised to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament and bring home their first national title in program history.

