đ AJ Dybantsa Trains With NBA Champion Jonathan Kuminga Ahead of BYU Debut
PROVO, Utah â As BYU fans eagerly await his arrival, A.J. Dybantsa, the nationâs #1 ranked recruit in the class of 2025 and a projected 2026 NBA draft pick, is already ramping up this summerâtraining alongside NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga from the Golden State Warriors .
Kuminga, a young star who earned a title in his rookie season (2022â23), is helping Dybantsa prepare for the college level with routines that simulate the rigors of the NBA. âWork work work,â Kuminga captioned on Instagram during their training sessionâa fitting mantra for Dybantsaâs relentless summer grind .
đ 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 versatilityâmixing finishing, handles, and mid-range shootingâas well as defensive instincts .
Physical development: The partnership is helping Dybantsa build the muscle and stamina needed for BYUâs season and a future professional career .
đ The Path Ahead
With an NBA-caliber coach in Kevin Young and massive expectations waiting, Dybantsa is already making his moveâeven before stepping onto BYUâs campus. This isnât just about skillâitâs a mindset: championships start in the gym.
When BYU tips off in the fall, expect Dybantsa to be readyâon and off the court.