Watch No. 9 BYU vs. Dayton Championship Game in the ESPN Events Invitational Live

The highly anticipated matchup between No. 9 BYU and Dayton is set for Friday at 7:30 p.m. MDT. The game will be held at the State Farm Field House, located in Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex in Kissimmee, Florida. Fans can catch the action on ESPN, stream it via espn.com/live, or listen on 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, or Sirius XM 143.

Overview of the Teams

This contest marks the third meeting between the two teams, with BYU currently leading the series 2-0. Their most recent face-off took place in 2022.

• BYU Record: 5-1
• Dayton Record: 6-1

Team Statistics

The teams have showcased strong performances early in the season:

• BYU:
  • KenPom Ranking: No. 8
  • Points Scored: 84.7 per game
  • Points Allowed: 67.5 per game
• Dayton:
  • KenPom Ranking: No. 69
  • Points Scored: 79.0 per game
  • Points Allowed: 68.6 per game

What’s at Stake?

For BYU, the stakes are high as they look to secure their first multi-team event title since 2023. After defeating Miami in their opening matchup of the Invitational, they aim to maintain momentum. The Cougars showcased significant defensive improvements in the second half of that game.

For Dayton, this game is a critical opportunity to enhance their resume. Their only loss this season came against Cincinnati, a Big 12 opponent. Notably, Dayton has secured impressive wins against both Marquette and Georgetown in overtime.

Picked to finish third in the Atlantic 10 preseason poll, Dayton has a rich history, appearing in four of the last ten NCAA Tournaments. Facing BYU would mark a significant challenge and a potential highlight for their season.

Key Players to Watch

• BYU:
  • A.J. Dybantsa (F)
  • Richie Saunders (G)
  • Kennard Davis Jr. (W)
• Dayton:
  • Javon Bennett (G)
  • De’Shayne Montgomery (G)
  • Amaël L’Etang (F)

This matchup promises to be thrilling, with both teams eager to assert their dominance on the court. As BYU and Dayton face off, fans are in for an exciting night of college basketball at the ESPN Events Invitational.