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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / NBA Analysis Network / May 11
The Wizards’ No. 1 pick matters because the rebuild part is already supposed to be over
Washington won the NBA draft lottery on May 10th after finishing 17-65 with the league’s worst record. That gives the Wizards the No. 1 pick on June 23, but the bigger detail is that the franchise is already talking like the teardown stage is finished.
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / May 11
The Wizards will “consider” trading down their No. 1 pick, according to report 
The Washington Wizards have the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. That is a huge morale boost for the fans. And yet … the organization is willing to make moves with that pick, including trading down that very pick, according to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report and The Stein Line.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11
Wizards president had surprising admission after winning No. 1 pick
The Washington Wizards are reportedly not going all-in on AJ Dybantsa just yet. The Wizards got blessed by the basketball gods on Sunday afternoon as they landed the No.
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Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / May 10
Strong favorite pegged for Wizards with No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards won the NBA Draft lottery, landing the No. 1 pick for this year's event.
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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / May 10
Wizards need not to overthink picking No. 1 overall pick
The basketball gods have finally smiled upon the District. After a grueling 17-65 campaign during the 2025-26 season, the Washington Wizards’ patience has paid off.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 10
NBA Notes: Wizards, AJ Dybantsa, Jazz, mock drafts
The Wizards have the top pick, and AJ Dybantsa remains the name most often linked to it. Dybantsa said he’s been aiming for No. 1 for a while and is already thinking about fit.
Anthony Davis News / Athlon Sports / May 10
Anthony Davis’ Immediate Reaction After NBA Draft Lottery
Anthony Davis has had a turbulent couple of years. The Dallas Mavericks acquired him from the Los Angeles Lakers in the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to Los Angeles.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 10
John Wall Adds to Beloved Wizards Legacy with Draft Lottery Victory
The Washington Wizards were due up for yet another dramatic reveal of the summer's annual NBA Draft lottery, and they weren't taking any chances in deciding which franchise face would represent the organization's best-possible break at landing a future star.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10
AJ Dybantsa’s immediate reaction to Wizards winning 2026 NBA Draft lottery
The Washington Wizards pulled off more than landing the top pick of the 2026 NBA Draft. They likely won the AJ Dybantsa sweepstakes. But how does the BYU basketball star feel about D.C.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
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Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10
Go inside 2026 NBA Draft Lottery room to see how Wizards won
The Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, which means they’ll have the honor of picking No. 1 toward the end of June. The lottery balls worked out in the Wizards’ favor, and it’s what happened before that led them to get the top pick in the draft.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10
When is 2026 NBA Draft after Wizards win lottery
The ping pong balls went the Washington Wizards’ way, as they walked away from the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery with the first overall selection. Washington will pick first overall for the seventh time in franchise history, which is more than any other organization in the league.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10
Wizards’ case for drafting Darryn Peterson No. 1 overall after winning 2026 NBA Draft Lottery
The Washington Wizards proved that tanking can still work on Sunday afternoon, as they earned the first overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft by winning the lottery.
Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10
Wizards’ Trae Young needs just 1 emoji to react to 2026 NBA Draft Lottery win
The Washington Wizards came out on top in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, and they’ll be picking No. 1 at the end of June. There is already excitement surrounding the franchise with the young players they currently have on the team, plus some veterans such as Trae Young and Anthony Davis.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 10
Wizards Fans Finally Taste Justice Upon Draft Lottery Win
For years, fans of the Washington Wizards have had to hear lectures about "ethical tanking." This was the somewhat-naive idea that bottoming out and prioritizing
Washington Wizards News / The Spun / May 10
There's Already Talk Of A Trade For No. 1 Pick In 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards won the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Sunday afternoon. The Wizards had the worst record in the NBA in 2025-26. They had a 14 percent chance at getting the top-overall pick.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / May 10
Who could Wizards target at No. 1 in 2026 NBA Draft?
The Wizards are on the clock, and this is a good year to be there. The 2026 draft class has been viewed as one of the stronger groups in recent memory, with a handful of prospects at the top who could change a franchise.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 10
AJ Dybantsa had interesting reaction to the draft lottery results
AJ Dybantsa was on hand for Sunday’s NBA draft lottery, and the potential No. 1 pick had a muted reaction to the outcome. Dybantsa watched as the Washington Wizards landed the first overall pick, doing so for the first time since 2010.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 10
The Wizards Land the First Pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
Washington Wizards fans can finally breathe, as they have officially landed the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft. They had a 14 percent chance at this pick heading into the lottery.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 11
Wizards win 2026 NBA Draft lottery; Jazz to pick second
The ping-pong balls went their way. The Wizards, coming off the league’s worst record in 2025-26, have won the NBA draft lottery and will pick No. 1 overall.
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / May 10
Who the Wizards Could Draft with the No. 1 Pick
The 2026 NBA Draft class has been heralded as one of the best in some time, offering up a quartet of talents that are set to transform a handful of select NBA teams.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / May 10
2026 NBA Draft lottery: Wizards win top pick, top prospects and full order
The Wizards were tied for the best odds to get the top selection after finishing the season with a league-worst 17-65 record.
Anthony Davis News / DC Sports King / May 1
Anthony Davis appears to be orchestrating his Wizards exit
When the February trade deadline dust had cleared and Anthony Davis was officially a Washington Wizard, the immediate reaction in the District was a mix of shock and reserved optimism.
Washington Wizards News / Ball Exclusives / April 30
Anthony Davis on Wizards: ‘We are a very bad basketball team’
The Washington Wizards have been near the bottom of the NBA for decades, they’ve only had two 46-win seasons in the 21st century. At this season’s trade deadline, they appeared to make a win-now move and traded for Anthony Davis as well as Trae Young.
Brian Keefe News / Yardbarker / April 17
Wizards make decision on HC Brian Keefe after multiyear tank
The Washington Wizards saddled head coach Brian Keefe with a roster designed to lose games for the last three seasons.
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