JUST IN: BYU’s Thrilling Win Overshadowed by Heartbreaking Update on Dawson Baker After Heated Clash with Max Klesmit
In what should’ve been a night of pure celebration for the BYU Cougars, their stunning 91-89 upset over the Wisconsin Badgers in Denver sent shockwaves through the college basketball world. But in the postgame press conference, Head Coach Kevin Young took the spotlight in a more somber tone — delivering a gut-wrenching update that left fans speechless.
Coach Young confirmed that junior guard Dawson Baker will be sidelined indefinitely following an on-court incident with Wisconsin’s Max Klesmit late in the second half. The confrontation, which appeared physical in real time, quickly turned into a moment that will be analyzed for weeks — but the aftermath is already clear: Baker has suffered a significant injury.
“This is not how we wanted the night to end,” Young said, visibly shaken. “Dawson is one of our toughest, most resilient guys. He puts his heart into every second on that court. What happened tonight… it’s devastating.”
Sources close to the team say Baker sustained a serious ankle injury during the heated exchange, one that could potentially keep him out for the remainder of the season — a cruel blow to a player who’s been a driving force in BYU’s remarkable run.
The Cougars rallied behind Baker in those final minutes, executing a thrilling finish that showcased grit, poise, and heart. But in the locker room, the energy was muted. “We won the game, but we lost a piece of our family tonight,” one player said.
With the postseason looming, BYU faces a new challenge — not just on the scoreboard, but emotionally. And for Dawson Baker, the road ahead may be uncertain, but the Cougar Nation is standing firmly behind him.
