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Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / June 24
Is AJ Dybantsa finally the player who ends the Wizards’ rebuild? 
Happy Wednesday everyone. In case you haven’t heard, the Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. So after one entire month of spamming you this guy’s name (and even a few other prospects), we finally know what the Wizards are moving in with their young roster.
Trae Young News / Bullets Forever / June 24
NBA Draft 2026: AJ Dybantsa sets the Wizards’ winning core in place
AJ Dybantsa is a Washington Wizard, and to a greater extent than we’ve seen in years, it feels like the Wizards’ core is set. Unlike many No. 1 picks, Dybantsa is not walking into a blank slate.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24
Wizards, Thunder celebrate as biggest winners of 2026 NBA Draft
The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft is finished, and it was surprisingly more subdued. Unlike other years where there were more reaches and draft slides, this draft played out more or less by the books.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
John Wall names his Wizards starting 5 after selecting AJ Dybantsa
The Washington Wizards’ rebuild might bear fruit as soon as next season, as they have built a stacked young core — with the number one overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft, AJ Dybantsa, expected to help take this team to the next level.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Trae Young News / EssentiallySports / June 24
'The City is Ready': Trae Young Sends Strong Message to AJ Dybantsa After Wizards Pick Him at No.1
Days of teasing are finally over! The Washington Wizards kept it simple and selected AJ Dybantsa with the No.1 pick despite the chatter surrounding draft night surprises.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 23
AJ Dybantsa Joins Wizards' Prospect Royalty in Concluding No. 1 Pick Push
The Washington Wizards did their very best to spend the month between the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and the main event operating in complete mystery, and they did about as good of a job as anyone could have expected while everyone else continually rooted through their trash.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Nike honors Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa with epic Wale ad after No. 1 pick
The Washington Wizards made the clear choice at the 2026 NBA Draft in selected widely-regarding N0. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa of BYU. He became the first freshman to lead the NCAA in scoring since his Wizards’ teammate Trae Young did it back in 2018, joining an exciting core that includes NBA champion Anthony Davis.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
AJ Dybantsa grabs attention with first post after Wizards pick
There’s excitement in the air in DC, and there’s a good reason for it. After months of waiting, the Washington Wizards took the consensus first overall pick: BYU forward AJ Dybantsa.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa honors dad, gets sister’s immediate reaction to No. 1 pick
AJ Dybantsa fulfilled a childhood dream after being selected as the No. 1 pick by the Washington Wizards in the NBA Draft at Barclays Center in New York on Tuesday.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa makes honest admission after settling No. 1 pick debate
In an achievement that felt as though it had been in the works, AJ Dybantsa, the highflying forward from BYU, went first overall in the 2026 NBA Draft to the Washington Wizards.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 23
AJ Dybantsa can give his sister some cool wheels after going No. 1 overall to Wizards in 2026 NBA Draft
AJ Dybantsa's sister may soon own the sweetest whip in her high school's parking lot.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
How AJ Dybantsa fits with Anthony Davis, Trae Young on Wizards
It’s officially official: AJ Dybantsa is a member of the Washington Wizards. Dybantsa was the clear frontrunner to be the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
BYU basketball shares perfect meme after Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa draft pick
BYU’s social media department wasted little time in congratulating star forward AJ Dybantsa, who was selected by the Washington Wizards with the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft on Tuesday night.
Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / June 23
Wizards select BYU F AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall in NBA draft
The Washington Wizards opened the NBA draft on Tuesday night by selecting BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick. The Wizards tabbed Dybantsa over Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had a checkered college season at Kansas last season.
Washington Wizards News / Ball Exclusives / June 23
Wizards select AJ Dybantsa with 1st pick in 2026 NBA Draft
The 2026 NBA Draft is underway and the most anticipated pick of the night is in. The Washington Wizards have selected BYU star forward AJ Dybantsa with the No.
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / June 23
NBA Draft 2026: Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall
The Washington Wizards have selected Brigham Young forward Anicet Dybantsa, Jr. with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Going forward, we’ll just call him AJ Dybantsa.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 23
Wizards draft AJ Dybantsa with No. 1 overall pick
As long expected, the Wizards have used the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft to select AJ Dybantsa.
Washington Wizards News / 5 GOATs / June 23
AJ Dybantsa drafted by Washington Wizards: Analysis, contract details, more
The Washington Wizards selected BYU forward AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. He brings big-time potential as they look to kickstart a new era after adding college basketball’s top scorer from the 2025-26 season.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 23
AJ Dybantsa makes bold Wizards promise before the NBA Draft
Dybantsa isn't shying away from the responsibility if he's the No. 1 overall pick.
Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22
Anthony Davis is being linked to 1 team in trade rumors
The well may not be dry just yet for Anthony Davis. The Portland Trail Blazers would be “waiting with open arms” to trade for the Washington Wizards star big man Davis, NBA writer Jake Fischer reported Monday in a Bleacher Report feature.
Shams Charania News / Hoops Wire / June 22
Wizards narrowing focus to AJ Dybantsa at No. 1
The Wizards still haven’t tipped their hand publicly. But league-wide belief appears to be moving in one direction. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, rival teams increasingly expect Washington to select former BYU star AJ Dybantsa with the No.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / June 22
Wizards Eyeing AJ Dybantsa With No. 1 Pick?
Rival teams believe the Wizards are targeting BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick, ESPN’s Shams Charania said on the network’s NBA Draft Preview show (YouTube link).
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / June 22
Trae Young extension could make Wizards' draft decision easier
The Washington Wizards' decision at No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft first round may have just gotten easier.
The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?
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