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Felix Okpara News / Bullets Forever / June 26
The Wizards will introduce Felix Okpara at the Rubell Museum today 
On Thursday, the Washington Wizards introduced AJ Dybantsa in a major press conference. Today, they will introduce their second round draft pick, Felix Okpara at a ceremony this afternoon at the Rubell Museum at Navy Yard.
AJ Dybantsa News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25
Exclusive: AJ Dybantsa reveals what changed that made him serious about basketball
After winning the NBA Draft Lottery and having to wait over a month, the Washington Wizards made it official and selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25
Why Wizards’ $212 million Trae Young deal intensifies pressure to win now
The Washington Wizards have had one of the most eventful weeks in franchise history, as they agreed to a four-year, $212 million max contract with star point guard Trae Young on Monday before drafting star BYU forward AJ Dybantsa No.
The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the players to be taken second-overall in each NBA Draft since the lottery era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
AJ Dybantsa News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25
Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa meets John Wall on first trip to Washington
Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa met John Wall in his first trip to the nation’s capital since being selected first overall in this year’s draft. Dybantsa is joining forces with Wizards’ Trae Young, who just inked an extension, making the two Washington’s pillars of the near future.
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
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / June 25
Wizards Take the Safe Route in Selecting Second Round Role-Playing Big
The Washington Wizards' odd of playing out an entire NBA Draft without any trade and pick movement would have been rare by their standards, but that's exactly the position they seemed to be preparing fans for midway through this past cycle's second round.
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 / Athlon Sports / June 25
Trae Young Open to Talking With AJ Dybantsa Over His Request
The arrival of a new era in the Washington Wizards came with a little bit of banter. Shortly after becoming the newest face of the franchise, AJ Dybantsa received a message from his teammate Trae Young that hinted at a potential conversation between the two to solve an issue.
Washington Wizards News / Stadium Rant / June 25
AJ Dybantsa Goes No. 1 to the Wizards in the 2026 NBA Draft
The wait is over, and the Washington Wizards have their franchise cornerstone. AJ Dybantsa is the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the selection everyone in D.C.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25
Ronnie 2K roasted to smithereens over viral picture with Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa
Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa is in the spotlight after being drafted as the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. Many are excited to see him strut his stuff in the league and try to carry the Wizards back to relevance.
Trae Young News / DC Sports King / June 25
How AJ Dybantsa Is Missing Piece to Unlock Trae Young, Wizards
The Washington Wizards have just completed the most fascinating, mind-boggling 18 months in modern NBA roster construction. First, the front office executed a striking double-heist at the trade deadline, taking Trae Young off Atlanta’s hands and grabbing Anthony Davis from Dallas while protecting their own lottery draft capital.
Anthony Davis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24
Wizards GM Will Dawkins reveals Anthony Davis extension timeline after 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards are on the rise, and they are widely expected to take a huge leap this upcoming season, especially with the arrival of AJ Dybantsa, the first overall selection of the 2026 NBA Draft.
Trae Young News / HITC / June 25
What Trae Young said to number one AJ Dybantsa during post-NBA Draft phone call
Veteran point guard Trae Young has already taken AJ Dybantsa under his wing. The Washington Wizards are entering a new era, one where the 2026 No. 1 overall pick, AJ Dybantsa, will one day become the leader of the franchise.
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 / 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 / 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 / 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.
Anthony Davis News / Fadeaway World / June 23
Anthony Davis Reportedly Wants Max Extension; Wizards Could Explore Trade Market
Anthony Davis‘ future with the Washington Wizards may not be as secure as many assumed. While Wizards president Michael Winger recently stated that Davis wants to remain in Washington, new reporting from NBA insider Jake Fischer suggests there could be another layer developing behind the scenes.
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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