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AJ Dybanstsa drops bold claim on why Wizards should draft him

With the Washington Wizards having the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, it appears that the consensus is that BYU star Dybantsa will be the selection.

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Exclusive: Bub Carrington’s heartfelt understanding of Wizards fan loyalty

VIRGINIA — The Washington Wizards have gone from national obscurity to one of the NBA’s hottest topics since drafting guard Bub Carrington No. 14 overall out of the University of Pittsburgh in June 2024.

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Wizards Executives Remaining Reluctant to Reveal Next Move

The Washington Wizards tasted their greatest bit of recent success this past weekend in winning the top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but they haven't let that stroke of good fortunate distract from their main objective.

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Washington Wizards GM Will Dawkins: NIL negatively impacts NBA Draft depth

More than 360 collegiate underclassmen entered their names into the 2021 NBA Draft. But, five years later, that number has plummeted to just 71 underclassmen going through this year’s draft process.

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Wizards Look to Surpass Previous No. 1 Pick Success Story

No one would ever call the Washington Wizards a particularly-lucky performer in the NBA Draft lottery reveal process, with a few recent tragedies scarring a fan base that didn't know what to do with itself when their odds finally carried them to a successful, pick-leading finish this past weekend.

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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.

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Air Jordan 11 ‘Cool Grey’: Resale Prices, Wizards Era Legacy & Where to Buy

The Air Jordan 11 Retro “Cool Grey” (Style Code: CT8012-005) sits near the top of the pyramid on almost everybody’s all-time Air Jordan 11 list. I’ve been wearing Jordan 11s since their 1996 debut, and the first time I saw them felt like meeting a soulmate.

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John Wall makes Tracy McGrady comp for potential Wizards pick AJ Dybantsa

Recently, the Washington Wizards were paid a visit by Lady Luck when they won the 2026 NBA Draft lottery, meaning they will pick number one at the festivities in June.

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Draft Combine Measurables for Wizards to Note

The Washington Wizards accomplished their season-long goal of losing enough games to snag the top selection spot in the upcoming NBA Draft, but team executives are continuing to exhibit caution in approaching the next step of the process.

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Stephen A. Smith Criticizes Wizards Organization as 'Abomination' Over Potential Draft Prospect

For the third time in the franchise’s history, the Washington Wizards won the Draft Lottery. After finishing the season with the NBA’s worst record, the Wizards now have a chance to press the reset button.

Anthony Davis News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 11

Anthony Davis, the Wizards' Inadvertent Good-Luck Charm

Anthony Davis has the NBA's version of a modern Midas touch, but it's completely lost on the Hall of Fame-bound forward's quest for any further personal legacy-cementing.

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Wizards seemingly zeroing in on AJ Dybantsa with No. 1 pick

The Wizards finally caught the break they’ve been chasing. After years of spinning their wheels, Washington landed the No. 1 overall pick and a chance to reshape everything.

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LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

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Kendrick Perkins on AJ Dybantsa looking disappointed when the Wizards got the 1st pick

The Washington Wizards entered the 2026 NBA Draft lottery with long odds, but they still walked away with the No. 1 overall pick, Yahoo reports. That result immediately shifted attention toward BYU star AJ Dybantsa, who many expect to become the top selection in next month’s draft.

NBA News / Field Level Media / May 11

AJ Dybantsa odds-on favorite to go No. 1 to Wizards

The Washington Wizards are widely expected to take BYU forward AJ Dybantsa after winning the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery. Field Level Media's Ethan Ward immediately put Dybantsa atop his draft board, and sportsbooks made him the odds-on favorite to go No.

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Wizards’ case for No. 1 pick trade after winning 2026 NBA Draft Lottery

The Washington Wizards shocked the basketball world on Sunday when they won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, securing the right to select first overall at Barclays Center on June 23.

Washington Wizards News / The Lead / May 11

What Are the Best and Worst Washington Wizards Jerseys Ever?

As the Washington Wizards’ long and unsuccessful 2025-26 season neared its curtain call, the franchise gave fans something to celebrate. With spring in full bloom, Washington announced the return of its iconic cherry blossom jerseys for next season.

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Stephen A Smith fires away at Wizards after NBA Draft lottery win

As the Washington Wizards won the NBA Draft Lottery and will hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, there are many who believe the team will draft BYU star AJ Dybantsa.

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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