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2026 NBA Draft confidential: Coaches, scouts, execs on AJ Dybantsa, top wing prospects

The Washington Wizards drafted small forward AJ Dybantsa from Brigham Young University with the No. 1 overall pick. The 2026 draft saw the first round occur on June 23 and the second round on June 24. Dybantsa was selected over other top prospects including Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer.

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New details confirm Dybantsa's position as a small forward and provide the specific dates of the draft rounds.

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  1. Washington Wizards Select AJ Dybantsa First Overall in 2026 NBA Draft

    The Washington Wizards drafted small forward AJ Dybantsa from Brigham Young University with the No. 1 overall pick. The 2026 draft saw the first round occur on June 23 and the second round on June 24. Dybantsa was selected over other top prospects including Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa with the first overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft.
    • AJ Dybantsa played for Brigham Young University.
    • The first round of the 2026 NBA draft took place on June 23.
    • The second round of the 2026 NBA draft took place on June 24.
    • AJ Dybantsa was selected as the top pick over Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer.
    • The Washington Wizards drafted AJ Dybantsa as a small forward.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • College coaches have raised concerns regarding Dybantsa's shooting.
    • The Washington Wizards also drafted Felix Okpara during the 2026 draft.
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  2. Washington Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall

    The Washington Wizards took AJ Dybantsa with the first pick of the 2026 NBA Draft. Dybantsa played for BYU and produced a prolific scoring season as a true freshman. This is the first time the Wizards have held the top pick since 2010.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
    • Dybantsa is the first No. 1 pick for the Wizards since John Wall in 2010.
    • AJ Dybantsa played for BYU.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Darryn Peterson leads a deep class of ballhandlers and shooters who could be taken in the top 10.
    • AJ Dybantsa had one of the most prolific scoring seasons ever seen from a true freshman.
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  3. AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson Lead 2026 NBA Draft Contenders

    AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are the primary candidates for the No. 1 overall pick. Other top prospects include Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. The draft is set for June 23-24 on ESPN platforms.

    What's confirmed:

    • AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are competing for the projected No. 1 overall pick.
    • Cameron Boozer plays for Duke and Caleb Wilson plays for North Carolina.
    • The 2026 NBA Draft will air on ESPN platforms on June 23-24.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Washington Wizards will draft either AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson.
    • Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson are likely to be selected third and fourth.
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  4. AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson Battle for No. 1 Overall Pick

    AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are the primary contenders for the top selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. Dybantsa is viewed as a favorite for the first pick following his freshman year at BYU. Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson are also expected to be high selections.

    What's confirmed:

    • AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are competing for the projected No. 1 overall pick.
    • AJ Dybantsa played his freshman college season at BYU.
    • Cameron Boozer plays for Duke.
    • Caleb Wilson plays for North Carolina.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson are near-certain locks to go third and fourth.
    • AJ Dybantsa is the favorite to be the No. 1 overall pick.
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  5. AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson Lead 2026 NBA Draft Prospects

    BYU forward AJ Dybantsa and Kansas player Darryn Peterson are viewed as the top contenders for the No. 1 overall pick. They lead a group of elite prospects that includes Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. The 2026 NBA Draft is scheduled to air on ESPN platforms on June 23-24.

    What's confirmed:

    • The 2026 NBA Draft will air exclusively on ESPN platforms on June 23-24.
    • AJ Dybantsa is a forward playing for BYU.
    • AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are considered top prospects for the 2026 draft.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendeborg, and Morez Johnson Jr. are projected first-round picks.
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