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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

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.

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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.

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Mar 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) looks on during the second quarter against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards may take a gander at one impending free agent.

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) speaks to broadcast crews 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 have plenty of reasons to fancy the favored top prospect.

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 have yet to put their cards on the table to nearly the same degree that the favored top pick just did.

Mar 22, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives to the basket as Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) defends during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards quietly stopped the Eastern Conference champions from further tightening their grip on the remaining field of talent.

Mar 8, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Washington Wizards forward Anthony Davis (23) watches during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have no reason to overreact to deadlines that remain way off in the distance.

Jan 8, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet (20) shoots the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards and their one-time guard have each come a long way since their forgotten partnership.

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

The Washington Wizards still have a distracting roster wrinkle to smooth out over the offseason.

Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines guard Nimari Burnett (4) cuts down the net after defeating the UConn Huskies in the national championship of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards are targeting a specific kind of collegiate contributor with their second round assets.

Dec 1, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) celebrates with Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) after scoring while being fouled by Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (not pictured) in the final seconds of the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Washington Wizards have plenty of needs to tend to in the upcoming NBA Draft, but one pivotal portion of their roster doesn't require that same level of scouting attention.

Jan 11, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (12) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards threw up a donut in searching for some understandable validation for their strong rookie class.

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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The Washington Wizards have a few position groups worth strengthening in this summer's draft, and plenty to consider outside of the first overall pick.

Dec 18, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) dribbles against Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have a league-wide threat to start seriously considering in taking their step forward toward competitive basketball.

Feb 26, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Corey Kispert (24) dribbles towards the basket against the Washington Wizards during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have a luxury to take advantage of this season.

Mar 3, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Washington Wizards guard Sharife Cooper (13) dribbles up the court against the Orlando Magic in the first half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' recent combination of strategic team-building and helpful luck still hasn't fully turned around their poor reputation.

Mar 5, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Injured Washington Wizards forward Anthony Davis (M) watches from the bench against the Utah Jazz in the first halfat Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have plenty of pieces to continue bolstering their corps of hand-drafted players outside of this summer's gem of an draft pick.

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 have a lot to moving parts to consider following their early draft lottery success.

Mar 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey (19) controls the ball as Washington Wizards guard Jaden Hardy (8) defends during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards shouldn't be afraid to get creative should a rebuilding rival hit their line.

Jan 9, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards general manager Will Dawkins introduces newly acquired Wizards guard Trae Young (not pictured) at a press conference prior to the Wizards' game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Fans of the Washington Wizards can't be surprised at management's resistance to speak on their business strategy following their draft lottery success.

Nov 11, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) gestures on the court against the Atlanta Hawks in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. The Wizards won 113-94. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have a standard of lottery wins to match and, hopefully, beat.

May 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Players participate in the 2026 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards' top prospects had their physicals measured shortly following a fortuitous draft lottery order reveal.

Apr 2, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) is introduced before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards star has yet again watched his newest team win an upcoming draft lottery.

Jan 29, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Former Washington Wizards guard John Wall looks on before a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards icon was there to accept the franchise's noteworthy win in person.

May 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Mark Tatum the NBA Deputy Commissioner and Washington Wizard (left) guard John Wall pose for photos after Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery at Navy Pier. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards have accomplished their season-long goal of angling toward the top pick in this year's draft, and these fans needed it.

Feb 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (3) warms up on the court before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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The Washington Wizards On SI reporters conclude their player grading series with the team's proud newcomer.