PROVO, Utah — Fousseyni Traore delivered a standout performance with a career-best 29 points coming off the bench during BYU’s 95-71 triumph over Idaho on Saturday. 
 
Traore, who had an average of 7.7 points per game in the first three contests of the season, was nearly flawless, hitting 11 of his 12 shots from the field and sinking all seven of his free throw attempts. He was particularly effective in the second half, contributing 20 points as BYU unleashed a formidable offensive display, scoring 54 points and extending a slender three-point lead at halftime into a decisive victory.
 
Richie Saunders also shone brightly for BYU, notching a personal-best 26 points, 17 of which came in a vital second half. His scoring contribution came as he improved from his average of 11.7 points per game prior to this match.
 
The Vandals, who found themselves trailing 41-38 at the half, made a push early in the second half and narrowed the gap to just one point at 46-45 when Tyler Mrus sank a three-pointer approximately 17 minutes into the game. However, BYU quickly surged forward with a 10-0 run, which was highlighted by critical baskets from Saunders—a layup followed by a three-pointer.
 
Shortly after, Traore took charge, dominating the play with five field goals and six free throws within just six minutes, finishing that stretch with a 9-0 score against Idaho.
 
Additionally, Egor Demin contributed a solid 16 points along with seven assists for the Cougars, who improved their record to 4-0. Traore also led the team with nine rebounds, while BYU showcased impressive shooting efficiency at 56% and committed only six turnovers across the game.
 
The Vandals, now holding a record of 1-3, received notable scoring efforts from Mrus with 17 points and Julius Mims with 14 points. However, their performance was marred by a hefty total of 19 turnovers.