Kennard Davis Leads BYU to Victory Over WVU with 20 Points
Kennard Davis Jr. delivered an outstanding performance as BYU triumphed over West Virginia University (WVU) in the second round of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament. The game took place on March 11, 2026, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. BYU secured a decisive 68-48 victory.
Kennard Davis Leads BYU to Victory Over WVU with 20 Points
Davis, a junior guard from St. Louis, scored a season-high 20 points. He shot 7 of 11 from the field, including an impressive 5 of 6 from beyond the arc. This performance came after he had struggled in the previous game, where he scored only seven points.
Game Highlights
- BYU’s overall record improved to 23-10 with this win.
- Davis has now made nine of his last 11 three-point attempts.
- Khadim Mboup contributed defensively by limiting WVU’s leading scorer, Honor Huff, to just 3 of 13 shooting.
Head coach Kevin Young permitted Davis to speak to reporters for the first time since a DUI and marijuana possession citation in mid-November. He has pleaded not guilty and awaits a court date in April. Regardless of these challenges, Davis feels his team is in good form heading into the tournament.
Davis’s Thoughts and Future Matchups
“I would say I just let my defense turn into offense,” Davis said, emphasizing the strong connection with his teammates and coaching staff. He considers this good synergy a vital part of his recent success on the court.
The Cougars are aware that their next opponent, Houston, previously defeated them in a semifinal match last year. Davis is confident about their chances. “We are kinda warm and used to the hoops. We think we will be prepared for it,” he remarked.
This victory marks an important moment not only for Davis but for the entire BYU men’s basketball team as they aim for success in this offseason tournament.
