🏀 AJ Dybantsa Trains With NBA Champion Jonathan Kuminga Ahead of BYU Debut
PROVO, Utah – As BYU fans eagerly await his arrival, A.J. Dybantsa, the nation’s #1 ranked recruit in the class of 2025 and a projected 2026 NBA draft pick, is already ramping up this summer—training alongside NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga from the Golden State Warriors .
Kuminga, a young star who earned a title in his rookie season (2022–23), is helping Dybantsa prepare for the college level with routines that simulate the rigors of the NBA. “Work work work,” Kuminga captioned on Instagram during their training session—a fitting mantra for Dybantsa’s relentless summer grind .
🌟 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 versatility—mixing finishing, handles, and mid-range shooting—as well as defensive instincts .
Physical development: The partnership is helping Dybantsa build the muscle and stamina needed for BYU’s season and a future professional career .
🚀 The Path Ahead
With an NBA-caliber coach in Kevin Young and massive expectations waiting, Dybantsa is already making his move—even before stepping onto BYU’s campus. This isn’t just about skill—it’s a mindset: championships start in the gym.
When BYU tips off in the fall, expect Dybantsa to be ready—on and off the court.
