2026 NBA Draft confidential: Coaches, execs, scouts on Darryn Peterson, guard prospects
The Washington Wizards are expected to select either BYU wing AJ Dybantsa or Kansas guard Darryn Peterson. Cam Boozer also remains a top prospect in draft debates. Keaton Wagler has emerged as a draft prospect after playing for Illinois.
What changed
Cam Boozer and Keaton Wagler are now identified as notable prospects alongside Dybantsa and Peterson.
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Wizards Weigh Dybantsa and Peterson for First Overall Pick
confidence 90%The Washington Wizards are expected to select either BYU wing AJ Dybantsa or Kansas guard Darryn Peterson. Cam Boozer also remains a top prospect in draft debates. Keaton Wagler has emerged as a draft prospect after playing for Illinois.
What's confirmed:
- AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are top prospects for the 2026 NBA draft.
- The Washington Wizards hold the first overall pick and will draft either AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson.
Still unconfirmed:
- Cam Boozer is a headline figure in 2026 NBA Draft debates.
- Keaton Wagler was ranked No. 261 in his recruiting class.
- Keaton Wagler is a one-and-done freshman from Illinois.
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Darryn Peterson Visits Only Washington Wizards Ahead of 2026 Draft
confidence 80%Kansas guard Darryn Peterson is a top projected pick for the 2026 NBA draft. He has reportedly visited only the Washington Wizards, who hold the first overall pick. AJ Dybantsa of BYU remains a primary contender for the top spot.
What's confirmed:
- Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa are top projected picks for the 2026 NBA draft.
- The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 overall pick.
Still unconfirmed:
- Darryn Peterson is only visiting the Washington Wizards and does not plan to meet with other teams near the top of the draft.
- AJ Dybantsa was widely viewed as the favorite for the No. 1 overall pick before Peterson's recent move.
- Peterson's freshman season at Kansas was injury-plagued.
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Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa Lead 2026 NBA Draft Projections
confidence 90%Kansas guard Darryn Peterson and BYU forward AJ Dybantsa are the top projected picks for the 2026 NBA draft. Peterson is currently viewed by some executives as the most likely No. 1 overall pick. A three-man race for the top spot also includes Duke's Cameron Boozer.
What's confirmed:
- Darryn Peterson is a 6'5", 190 lbs guard playing for Kansas.
- Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa are projected as the top two picks in the 2026 NBA draft.
- The first round of the 2026 NBA draft is scheduled for Tuesday.
Still unconfirmed:
- Darryn Peterson could be the first No. 1 pick from Northeast Ohio since LeBron James.