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Wizards Must Take the Simple Path and Draft AJ Dybantsa

May 10, 2026: The day the Wizards franchise changed forever. When Mark Tatum opened up the 13th envelope, showing a purple music note, the Wizards had officially gotten the first pick in the NBA Draft for the first time in 16 years.

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Wizards finally have foundation in place, but bigger decisions await

For years, the Wizards were collecting draft picks, clearing cap space and searching for a direction. Now comes the harder part. As in, winning. According to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Washington enters the offseason with something it hasn’t had in a long time — a legitimate foundation.

Trae Young News / HITC / June 2

Potential No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa issues major warning to Trae Young before 2026 NBA Draft

AJ Dybantsa already has one request in mind if the Washington Wizards call his name in the 2026 NBA Draft. The comment came off as lighthearted, but it pointed to a real jersey-number issue that could follow him into the league.

Washington Wizards News / AirJordanChronicles / June 2

‘If They Draft Me, I Do Need 3’: AJ Dybantsa on Potential Jersey Number Situation With Trae Young

AJ Dybantsa is already making headlines before even stepping onto an NBA court. The projected top pick cleared his stance regarding a potential jersey clash within the Washington Wizards team.

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

How many of the NBA players to lead the playoffs in made field goals-per-game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 1

How Can the Wizards Help AJ Dybantsa Meet His Goals?

If you caught AJ Dybantsa on the right night during his electric one-and-done stint at BYU, inking him in as the top prospect of this summer's NBA Draft would've felt like the easiest evaluation of prospect hunting season.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / May 31

Washington Wizards 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Washington Wizards finally did it. This past Mother’s Day, they secured the rights to the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. It took a season-long tank and a little bit of luck — it’s the first time since 2018 that the worst team won the lottery.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 31

The NBA is Turning the Wizards Turn Into a Super Team

If you ask the majority of NBA fans which team has been one of the worst in the past decade or two, they would more than likely say the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 30

One Soon-to-Be Free Agent Worth Considering for the Wizards

Free agency is far from the most demanding tier of the Washington Wizards' lengthy list of summer priorities. Entering a summer defined by their weighty

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 29

Analyzing AJ Dybanta's Fit with the Wizards

There's a reason why ESPN's telecast cut to AJ Dybantsa in the audience of the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery shortly after the Washington Wizards won the whole ordeal earlier this month.

Anthony Davis News / Total Pro Sports / May 29

Report: Anthony Davis Has Already Dropped Unexpected Hints About His Wizards Future Before Playing a Single Game

Anthony Davis hasn’t played a single game for the Washington Wizards yet, but questions about his long-term future with the franchise are already beginning to surface.

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Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 28

Wizards' Draft Night Leverage Inflates Following AJ Dybantsa's Latest Comments

The Washington Wizards are being as characteristically secretive as ever regarding their plans for spending the top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a wise strategy in their effort to maintain control over the rest everyone else's boards over the coming month.

NBA News / The Spun / May 28

Cameron Boozer Named Only 'Superstar' In 2026 NBA Draft Class

Cameron Boozer probably isn't going to go No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. But maybe he should. While the Washington Wizards are likely to select BYU freshman A.J.

Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 28

The One Wizards Player Who Is Most Likely to Get Traded

Love it or hate it, trades are always bound to happen during the offseason. Most of the time, the trades are draft-day deals that see teams jump up or just exchange second-round picks to take a player the organization believes in.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 26

Anthony Davis targets Austin Reaves in newest episode of prank show

Washington Wizards star Anthony Davis is enjoying his offseason with some shenanigans. He’s the host of the TBS prank show called Foul Play, in which he has already pranked a number of high-profile athletes.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 25

LeBron James’ Reunion With Anthony Davis On The Cards As Wizards Reportedly Show Interest

The 41-year-old LeBron James is mulling over a potential 24th season in the NBA as he enters unrestricted free agency this summer. While most signs indicate that he would play for at least another season and likely run it back with the Lakers, his priority still remains to be on a championship-contending team.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / May 24

Wizards viewed as possible wildcard in LeBron James sweepstakes

The Wizards may not be a team commonly linked to LeBron James, but according to veteran NBA insider Brandon Robinson, some around the league view Washington as a potential wildcard if James decides to leave the Lakers.

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / May 24

Michael Jordan’s Touching Reason For Playing Through Injury During Tenure With Wizards

Michael Jordan stunned the basketball world in 2001 when he came out of retirement for the second time to play for the Washington Wizards at the age of 38.

Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 22

Wizards player left telling comment on post about AJ Dybantsa

One Washington Wizards player already seems to be welcoming AJ Dybantsa as his next teammate ahead of the 2026 NBA draft. Dybantsa, the projected No. 1 overall pick, recently took on popular Twitch streamer PlaqueBoyMax in a friendly game of 1-on-1.

Anthony Davis News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20

Wizards’ reported plan for Anthony Davis is revealed

The Washington Wizards appear to be prioritizing asset management above all with Anthony Davis. Washington is expected to keep their 10-time All-Star big man Davis into next season, Sean Deveney of Heavy.com reported on Tuesday.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / May 19

Wizards keeping entire top tier in play at No. 1 overall

AJ Dybantsa may be the current favorite to go No. 1 overall. That doesn’t mean the Wizards have fully locked anything in yet. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Woo, rival teams still don’t view Dybantsa as a guaranteed choice atop the 2026 NBA Draft, even though he landed at No.

Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / May 17

Assessing the Wizards' Options with the No. 1 Draft Pick

For the first time in 16 years, the Washington Wizards have officially landed the No. 1 overall pick. Washington is amid a rebuild, having already taken talents like Alex Sarr, Tre Johnson, Bilal Coulibaly, Kyshawn George and more.