๐ AJ Dybantsa Trains With NBA Champion Jonathan Kuminga Ahead of BYU Debut
PROVO, Utah โ As BYU fans eagerly await his arrival, A.J. Dybantsa, the nationโs #1 ranked recruit in the class of 2025 and a projected 2026 NBA draft pick, is already ramping up this summerโtraining alongside NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga from the Golden State Warriors .
Kuminga, a young star who earned a title in his rookie season (2022โ23), is helping Dybantsa prepare for the college level with routines that simulate the rigors of the NBA. โWork work work,โ Kuminga captioned on Instagram during their training sessionโa fitting mantra for Dybantsaโs relentless summer grind .
๐ Why It Matters
Elite competition: Drilling against NBA-caliber talent gives Dybantsa a head start in adapting to pro-level speed, strength, and skill.
Skill refinement: Their workouts are sharpening his offensive versatilityโmixing finishing, handles, and mid-range shootingโas well as defensive instincts .
Physical development: The partnership is helping Dybantsa build the muscle and stamina needed for BYUโs season and a future professional career .
๐ The Path Ahead
With an NBA-caliber coach in Kevin Young and massive expectations waiting, Dybantsa is already making his moveโeven before stepping onto BYUโs campus. This isnโt just about skillโitโs a mindset: championships start in the gym.
When BYU tips off in the fall, expect Dybantsa to be readyโon and off the court.
