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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.

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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.

Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / May 11

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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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.

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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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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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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.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11

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 / Bullets Forever / May 11

The Wizards are smart to keep all options open at No. 1

The Washington Wizards were one lottery ball away from landing Zion Williamson in 2019 and Cooper Flagg in 2025. In 2023, Washington held six of the possible 11 remaining numbers in the draft lottery before narrowly missing out on the No.

Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11

Wizards’ No. 1 NBA Draft pick history after John Wall’s full-circle moment makes history

With John Wall representing his former team, the Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery and will be picking first overall in one of the most loaded draft classes in recent memory.

Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / May 11

Wizards’ Projected Starting 5 If They Take AJ Dybantsa With The No. 1 Pick In 2026 NBA Draft

The NBA draft lottery is in the books, and for the first time since 2018, the team with the worst record in the NBA has won it. The Washington Wizards finished with a woeful 17-65 record in this 2025-26 season, and have now secured the No.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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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Wizards president’s No. 1 pick trade declaration will have Jazz plotting for AJ Dybantsa

The Washington Wizards walked away with the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, and they’ll have a chance to select the best player available toward the end of June.

Anthony Davis News / HITC / May 11

How Anthony Davis trades have impacted the draft lottery in recent years

The Washington Wizards secured the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery last Sunday, marking the first time since 2010 that the franchise earned the top selection.

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Washington 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.

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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AJ Dybantsa had interesting reaction to the draft lottery results

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 10

The bonkers Anthony Davis connection to Wizards winning No. 1 pick

The Washington Wizards made headlines on Sunday afternoon when they won the 2026 NBA Draft lottery. The great stroke of luck figures to help Washington kickstart their rebuild, alongside the trades for Anthony Davis and Trae Young last year and the emergence of Alex Sarr.

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 / Hoops Wire / May 10