Sports Illustrated scouts BYU basketball transfer Jaxon Kohler
August 23, 2026 at 6:00 AM MT · via Sports Illustrated · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
Sports Illustrated published a scouting report on BYU basketball transfer Jaxon Kohler, analyzing the former Michigan State center's strengths and what he brings to the Cougars' frontcourt. The report examines Kohler's rebounding, interior defense, and developing offensive skills.
Kohler committed to BYU after two seasons with the Spartans, adding size and experience to a Cougars roster looking to compete in the Big 12. He has two years of eligibility remaining.
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- Deseret News →August 20, 2026 at 6:27 PM MT
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- Sports Illustrated →August 20, 2026 at 6:53 PM MT
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- Lawless Republic →August 21, 2026 at 4:36 PM MT
- Deseret News →August 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM MT
- 13newsnow.com →August 27, 2026 at 12:25 AM MT
- BYU Cougars Wire →August 26, 2026 at 5:18 PM MT
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