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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / May 18
NBA players rank the Wizards as the No. 2 team they do not want to get traded to 
The Washington Wizards have the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. They recently acquired Trae Young and Anthony Davis who will be around a young core that features Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly and the 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.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 15
How Wizards getting No. 1 pick could change Anthony Davis saga
At long last, the Washington Wizards are poised to add a superstar prospect to their young core after three seasons of bottoming out to chase draft lottery luck.
The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 15
What are the Odds the Wizards Trade the First Pick
Usually, when a team lands the first overall pick in the draft, they keep it and draft who they think will change the future of their franchise. The 2026 draft has not one, but four players with that kind of potential.
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 / Total Pro Sports / May 15
Surprise Team Could Land AJ Dybantsa if Washington Wizards Trade Top Pick
The Washington Wizards holding the No. 1 overall pick does not necessarily mean the 2026 NBA Draft order is locked into place. As per multiple reports emerging from the NBA Draft Combine, Washington has quietly signaled a willingness to explore trade scenarios involving the top selection.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 15
Rounding Up the Wizards' Draft and Monetary Assets Beyond 2026 Centerpiece
The Washington Wizards are as free from the shackles of other franchise's decisions as they've ever been over the course of their thorough deconstruction.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 14
Wizards rumors: Ramona Shelburne teases possibility of Darryn Peterson instead of AJ Dybantsa
The Washington Wizards recently earned the number one pick in the upcoming NBA Draft at the lottery, which took place on Sunday in Chicago. The Wizards now have the chance to add a blue-chip prospect to the mix after trading for veterans Trae Young and Anthony Davis this past season.
Anthony Davis News / EssentiallySports / May 14
Wizards President Confirms Decision on Anthony Davis’ Future Amid Trade Rumors
When Anthony Davis last put on the Dallas Mavericks jersey in January, he sustained serious ligament damage in his left hand. A month later, the front office moved him to the Washington Wizards.
Washington Wizards News / DC Sports King / May 14
Breaking Down How AJ Dybantsa Is Perfect Fit for Wizards
The ping pong balls finally bounced Washington’s way. By securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards have earned the right to select a franchise-altering talent.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15
AJ Dybantsa may reportedly try to steer his way to one team
AJ Dybantsa may be doing whatever he can to stay home.
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 / Hoops Wire / May 13
Wizards’ No. 1 pick not necessarily viewed as lock
The Wizards may be on the clock at No. 1, but around the league, there is less certainty than you might think. While most public mock drafts have Washington selecting AJ Dybantsa without much debate, that sentiment is not fully shared inside NBA circles.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / May 13
Wizards like momentum as No. 1 pick looms: ‘Train leaving the station’
The Wizards may finally be turning a corner. After years of rebuilding, Washington enters the offseason with the No. 1 overall pick and a roster that looks far more competitive on paper.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 13
Wizards Post NBA Lottery Mock Draft
The NBA Draft order is officially set, and you can technically say that the Washington Wizards are now on the clock. The Wizards finally turned their luck around and landed the first pick in the draft for the first time since 2010, when they took franchise legend John Wall.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
What AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer said about possibly going No. 1
The Washington Wizards were blessed by the basketball gods during the lottery, securing the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. There are couple of names who have been thrown around as potentially being the top pick, including AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13
What shocked Darryn Peterson most about Wizards visit
The Washington Wizards recently lucked into the number one overall pick in the NBA Draft lottery, which took place on Sunday in Chicago. The Wizards will now have the first selection in a draft class that is projected by many to be among the deepest in recent NBA history.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 13
Wizards' Three Biggest Winners Following NBA Draft Lottery
The Washington Wizards have never looked more primed to accomplish their years-long rebuilding goal than they do right now. Tired of occasional one-and-done playoff appearances without any real contending hopes, they set out to dig a new foundation with hand-picked prospects of their own.
NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 13
One Wild Card Jazz Asset for the Wizards to Target in Trade Talks
The Washington Wizards haven't enjoyed many positions of leverage over their patient, meticulous rebuild. Though it may have taken more swings than they may have once envisioned, the draft lottery has finally blessed a team in desperate need of a superstar prospect in 2026, gifting the Wizards the No.
Washington Wizards News / Fadeaway World / May 13
AJ Dybantsa Breaks Silence After Reaction To Wizards Landing No. 1 Pick Goes Viral
Former BYU star AJ Dybantsa is the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and he was in attendance at the McCormick Place convention center on Sunday for the draft lottery.
Washington Wizards News / NBA Draft on SI / May 13
Wizards’ Decision Will Cause Domino Effect at 2026 NBA Draft
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is officially over, and teams now know where they’re drafting, and are preparing accordingly for the transformational two-night event.
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.
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.
Washington Wizards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 10
AJ Dybantsa had interesting reaction to the draft lottery results
AJ Dybantsa was on hand for Sunday’s NBA draft lottery, and the potential No. 1 pick had a muted reaction to the outcome. Dybantsa watched as the Washington Wizards landed the first overall pick, doing so for the first time since 2010.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / May 10
2026 NBA Draft lottery: Wizards win top pick, top prospects and full order
The Wizards were tied for the best odds to get the top selection after finishing the season with a league-worst 17-65 record.
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