KU's forward Bryson Tiller made the most of his time on the court during the big game, showcasing his talent and potential. While the focus was on the head-to-head matchup between Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa, Tiller's performance was equally impressive. The 6-foot-11, 240-pound redshirt freshman from Atlanta put up a career-high 21 points, including three 3-pointers, and grabbed 7 rebounds in 38 minutes of play. This was a significant step for Tiller, who has always been regarded as a future pro and was pursued by KU to arrive on campus a semester early. Tiller's talent and skill have always been evident, but he has been asked to play a more traditional big man role, which he has shown a willingness to embrace. His performance against BYU, with NBA scouts and GMs in attendance, was a big step forward for the Jayhawks and a huge development for Tiller himself. While he's still working on consistency, Tiller's confidence and work ethic are evident, and he doesn't let coaching or headlines affect his performance. He knows he's on the same level as Peterson and Dybantsa and played like it on Saturday night.
