The AJ Dybantsa possibility for the Bucks

Updating the Bucks odds since our last look, Milwaukee now has the 9th best odds to land the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft at 3.8%, with a record of 11 wins and 18 losses. They are currently in 11th place in the east just in front of the Charlotte Hornets. We have already profiled Darryn Peterson. So, who should the Bucks draft if they win the NBA Lottery? Today, we review AJ Dybantsa out of BYU.

The A.J Dybantsa possibility

Evaluation:
Today we dive deeper into AJ Dybantsa, the freshman from BYU, who currently sits second on my big board. AJ. is one of the most explosive athletes in the class at 6’9”, 210 pounds. He is a true three-level scorer with excellent passing vision and poise. He is still a little raw off the bounce. AJ is right-handed but loves to go left and at times goes left to a fault. He is averaging 22.3 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game, showcasing his well-rounded skill set.

Dybantsa ranks in the 99th percentile in points per 40 minutes, according to CBB Analytics. His advanced passing numbers at 6’9” are what make him unique, as he sits in the 97th percentile in assists per 40 minutes. His biggest area for growth is at the three-point line. He is shooting just 30% from deep, placing him in the 53rd percentile. One professional-level skill he already possesses is the ability to draw fouls. He leads all of college basketball with 83 fouls drawn.

He is also somewhat raw when attacking the paint. His footwork can be awkward, but he compensates with a freakish wingspan and elite athleticism. If he can learn to go right more often to keep defenses off balance, the sky is the limit. His footwork in the low post is elite. He can power through smaller defenders and has an effective up-and-under against bigger players. In low clock situations, he has shown a polished turnaround fadeaway, rising over virtually any defender.