
BYU men's basketball ramps up their pursuit of a game-changing center, targeting 7-foot-5 Chinese pro Xu Xin as their answer to the pressing need for elite rim protection. Could this towering prospect finally fill the void and bring BYU’s defense to national prominence? Jake Hatch breaks down Xin’s rise from Beijing’s elite youth program to standout performances with both the Guangdong Southern Tigers and Guangzhou Loong Lions in the Chinese Basketball Association. Averaging over 11 points, 8 rebounds, and nearly 2 blocks per game last season, Shu Xin’s unmatched size and defensive instincts have Cougar Nation buzzing—can his skillset translate to the physical demands of Big 12 play, and will BYU secure his commitment before other contenders swoop in? Meanwhile, Kevin Young is leaning into versatility, revealing at Big 12 spring meetings that Khadim Mboup could see significant time as a small-ball five, even if Xu Xin joins the roster. Jake Hatch discusses how Young’s willingness ...
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