Wizards select AJ Dybantsa first overall in 2026 NBA Draft
Cameron Boozer, the college player of the year in his one season at Duke, was taken at No 3 by Memphis.
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Cameron Boozer, the college player of the year in his one season at Duke, was taken at No 3 by Memphis. "It just means a lot," Dybantsa said in an interview with ESPN's Lisa Salters (0:10 mark). While some thought Peterson had the most talent in the class, the guard missed 11 games during the season because of injuries and illness, potentially creating some questions that Dybantsa didn't have.
Furthermore, Their first No. 1 selection in 2001 was center Kwame Brown, after the NBA changed draft formats in 1966. In 2010, they chose John Wall, who developed into an All-Star. At 6ft 9in and 217lb, Dybantsa has drawn comparisons to Kevin Durant, who happens to be his favorite player.
In addition, Wizards fans will be hoping Dybantsa has a better tenure. The last time the Wizards had the No. 1 overall pick was in 2010, when they took point guard John Wall.
One point remains disputed: Opposite versions — Washington Wizards take AJ Dybantsa with No 1 NBA draft pick. ; News Article Published Jun 23, 2026 at 09:13 PM EDT updated Jun 23, 2026 at 09:14 PM EDT….
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Cameron Boozer, the college player of the year in his one season at Duke, was taken at No 3 by Memphis.
reliability moderate2/3 sources"It just means a lot," Dybantsa said in an interview with ESPN's Lisa Salters (0:10 mark).
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While some thought Peterson had the most talent in the class, the guard missed 11 games during the season because of injuries and illness, potentially creating some questions that Dybantsa didn't have.
according to The Independent +1Their first No. 1 selection in 2001 was center Kwame Brown, after the NBA changed draft formats in 1966.
according to The Guardian — US News +1In 2010, they chose John Wall, who developed into an All-Star.
according to The Independent +1At 6ft 9in and 217lb, Dybantsa has drawn comparisons to Kevin Durant, who happens to be his favorite player.
according to The Guardian — US News +1Wizards fans will be hoping Dybantsa has a better tenure.
according to CBS News — Latest +1The last time the Wizards had the No. 1 overall pick was in 2010, when they took point guard John Wall.
according to CBS News — LatestAfter the selection, Young welcomed Dybantsa to D.C. Young committed to the Wizards for the foreseeable future on Monday, reportedly signing a four-year, $212 million deal with the team (with a player option in the fourth year).
according to Bleacher ReportIn a draft class loaded with "cant-miss prospects," Dybantsa stood out above the rest, as the 6-foot-9, 217-pound forward put on a show with the Cougars in his one and only collegiate season.
according to Fox News — LatestWith Dybantsa, the Wizards get a dynamic talent who averaged 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game.
according to NewsweekDybantsa averaged 25.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals per game, while shooting 51% from the field for BYU.
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- Washington Wizards take AJ Dybantsa with No 1 NBA draft pick.Bleacher Report, CBS News — Latest, Fox News — Latest, Newsweek
- News Article Published Jun 23, 2026 at 09:13 PM EDT updated Jun 23, 2026 at 09:14 PM EDT…Bleacher Report, CBS News — Latest, MassLive, NJ.com, Newsweek, The Guardian — US News, The Independent
Divergent figures
- Washington Wizards take AJ Dybantsa with No 1 NBA draft pick.Bleacher Report
- NBA commissioner Adam Silver shakes hands with AJ Dybantsa after he is drafted first…CBS News — Latest, NJ.com, Newsweek
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- Washington Wizards take AJ Dybantsa with No 1 NBA draft pick.CBS News — Latest
- News Article Published Jun 23, 2026 at 09:13 PM EDT updated Jun 23, 2026 at 09:14 PM EDT…Newsweek
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- Washington Wizards take AJ Dybantsa with No 1 NBA draft pick.Bleacher Report, CBS News — Latest, Fox News — Latest, NJ.com, Newsweek
- Where to buy No. 1 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa’s Washington Wizards jersey.NJ.com, The Independent
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- Obviously, it’s just a stepping stone.Bleacher Report, Newsweek
- Tuesday was a night for the NBA’s No. 1 draft pick to party. “Obviously, this night is…Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Cameron Boozer, the college player of the year in his one season at Duke, was taken at No 3 by Memphis.
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