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Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; Draft prospect AJ Dybantsa poses for photos on the red carpet before the 2026 NBA draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The general manager of the Washington Wizards remains open in clarifying his respect for AJ Dybantsa, as well as the growth he wants to see out of the No. 1 draft pick.

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The general manager of the Washington Wizards remains open in clarifying his respect for AJ Dybantsa, as well as the growth he wants to see out of the No. 1 draft pick.

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Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA Commissioner poses with the first pick in the 2026 NBA draft selected by the Washington Wizards, BYU forward AJ Dybantsa at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' next star joins the most marketable faces who've ever represented the historic franchise.

Mar 8, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (3) reacts after a three-point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' recent signing may be already draped in controversy, but that's not to say he won't provide immediate benefits to a few interested in-house parties.

Feb 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (3) meets with the media during his first return to play the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' writers gave their thoughts on the team's latest signing, a decision that will remain controversial until the star and franchise can prove themselves as mutual beneficiaries.

Mar 5, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (3) stands on the court against the Utah Jazz in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' star guard is here to stay through the remainder of the decade.

Nov 27, 2025; Kissimmee, Florida, USA; Brigham Young University Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts after play against the Miami (FL) Hurricanes in the second half at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Fans of the Washington Wizards have been treated to a spirited marketing competition between this upcoming NBA Draft's top prospects, but the frontrunner remains just a day away from sealing the deal.

Oct 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard D'Angelo Russell (5) warms up before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The All-Star guard opted to remain a part of the Washington Wizards' equation, even if his odds to transition into an on-court factor remain slim at best.

Jan 11, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) with guard Will Riley (27) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have been rumored to be planning a maneuver to add another high first round pick, and the options regarding the players on the table as potential outgoing assets and draft targets are worth running through.

Feb 21, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

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Various Washington Wizards reporters around NBA media chipped in to give their perspectives on what the team will and should do with their big draft pick.

Jan 11, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (20) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have no shortage of holes to patch between now and next week's draft, and they'll luckily have plenty of ammo to work with.

Apr 10, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Leaky Black (14) shoots the ball against the Miami Heat in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Washington Wizards fans ought to know what the team's working with entering the final week leading up to the NBA Draft, and here's what we've rounded up.

Mar 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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One of the top picks in this upcoming NBA Draft appears to be making a play of his own to lead off his prospect class.

Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) celebrates after a play against the Virginia Cavaliers during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Each potential headlining prospect of this month's NBA Draft class will damage some preexisting member of the Washington Wizards' rotation, but every different draft choice will influence different players.

Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after losing to the Phoenix Suns during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

If the Washington Wizards are interested in dangling the draft's No. 1 pick, there are a lot more potential trade partners to test outside of the top-most tier of selectors.

Jan 24, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) reacts during the first half against the Utah Utes at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards continue adding to a growing trend in bolstering their outside approval rating.

Jan 9, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (3) drives to the basket as Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (7) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Fans of the Washington Wizards could take a lesson out of the franchise's wild series of transactions heading into the 2025 NBA Draft.

Feb 2, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) on the free throw line in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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One of the NBA Draft's most popular prospects has watched his odds to capture the Washington Wizards' attention gradually fade.

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The Washington Wizards' next big contract is a matter if when, not if.

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Each of the potential favorites to win the Washington Wizards' approval with the first overall pick still have a long way to go before proving themselves as a completed package.

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) shoots a free throw against the Siena Saints in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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This NBA Draft may be getting discussed as a two-man race, but the analytical darling of the class also checks every box of the eye test with ease.

Feb 3, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball in front of Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) during the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards can take several meaningful takeaways from these ongoing NBA Finals.

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) looks on during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

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If Washington Wizards weren't sure about the top draft prospect's commitment to his next team, they are now.

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) celebrates with fans after a win over the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards can breeze right past the input from their former franchise face.

Jan 31, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) reacts after scoring during the first half against the BYU Cougars at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' choice at the first pick in the upcoming NBA Draft is still very much open for debate.

Feb 18, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Brigham Young Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) makes a three pointer over Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) during the second half of the game at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

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The NBA Draft's top available prospect may be impressive already, but the Washington Wizards may very well be the squad to help him reach the level he's envisioning for himself.