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AJ Dybantsa

Anicet “AJ” Dybantsa Jr. is an American college basketball player currently playing for the BYU Cougars. He is a highly touted prospect, ranked as the number one player in the 2025 class after choosing to reclassify from the 2026 class. Dybantsa's reclassification underscores his advanced skill set and readiness for college-level competition.


January 29, 2007: AJ Dybantsa's Birth

On January 29, 2007, Anicet “AJ” Dybantsa Jr. was born.

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July 2023: Nike Peach Jam Scoring Leader

In July 2023, Dybantsa led the Nike Peach Jam in scoring with 25.8 points per game as a member of Expressions Elite.

July 2023: Named Top High School Player

In July 2023, On3.com named Dybantsa the top high school player in the country regardless of class.

October 11, 2023: Reclassified to 2025 Class

On October 11, 2023, Dybantsa announced that he had reclassified to the 2025 class.

2023: Won Gold Medal at FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship

In 2023, Dybantsa won a gold medal while representing the United States at the FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship in Mérida, Mexico.

December 10, 2024: Committed to BYU

On December 10, 2024, Dybantsa announced on First Take that he would be committing to BYU.

2024: Attended Utah Prep Academy

In 2024, Dybantsa concluded his high school basketball career attending and playing for Utah Prep Academy in Hurricane, Utah for the 2024-25 season.

2024: Won Title at FIBA U17 World Cup

In 2024, Dybantsa helped the United States win the title at the FIBA U17 World Cup in Turkey.

2025: Named MVP of FIBA U19 World Cup

In 2025, Dybantsa was named MVP of the FIBA U19 World Cup, after helping the United States win the title at the event.