BYU men's basketball has officially added Baylor transfer Robert Wright III, a highly regarded five-star point guard, on April 14, 2025.

Wright's commitment has propelled BYU into the top five of the CBS Sports preseason rankings for the 2025-26 season, moving them up to No. 5.

Head coach Kevin Young expressed excitement about Wright's addition, praising his dynamic skill set and leadership qualities on the court.

Last season, BYU advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, finishing with a record of 26-10 and ranking seventh nationally in performance over the last eight weeks.

On the same day as Wright's commitment, BYU is set to host UMass Lowell transfer Martin Somerville, who averaged 13.6 points and 3.7 assists as a freshman.

Tanner Toolson, a 6-foot-5 guard from Utah Valley, visited BYU over the weekend, averaging 13.5 points and 4.0 rebounds per game last season.

Richie Saunders has not yet announced his decision regarding the NBA draft, which could impact the team's lineup if he returns.

Last season, Wright averaged 11.5 points, 4.2 assists, and 1.0 steals per game, earning All-Big 12 honors and ranking fifth among NCAA Division I freshmen with 148 assists.

His NIL deal is reportedly worth $3 million, contributing to BYU's strong recruiting class that includes fellow five-star prospect AJ Dybantsa.

The addition of Wright and Dybantsa is seen as an upgrade over the spots left by departing players Egor Demin and Trevin Knell, significantly strengthening BYU's overall lineup.

The projected starting lineup for BYU now features Wright, Richie Saunders, AJ Dybantsa, Mihailo Boskovic, and Keba Keita, which is expected to enhance their performance.

Returning players like Richie Saunders, the team's leading scorer, and Keba Keita, a seasoned center with 48 starts, contribute to a strong core.