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AJ Dybantsa confident ahead of NBA Draft as pre-draft visits conclude

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:26 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

AJ Dybantsa confident ahead of NBA Draft as pre-draft visits conclude

Summary

AJ Dybantsa, the NCAA scoring champion and former BYU star, expressed confidence in his chances of being selected No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. In an interview, Dybantsa acknowledged the unpredictable nature of draft night but emphasized his versatility as a player. He has completed pre-draft workouts with the Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz, who hold the top two picks. Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has restricted his visits to just the Wizards. The Jazz, while considering Dybantsa, are reportedly evaluating multiple candidates for their selection. The NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

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By the Numbers

•Dybantsa expects to go No. 1 overall in the draft.
•He completed workouts with both the Wizards and Jazz.
•Jazz are considering multiple players, including Dybantsa and Peterson.
•The NBA Draft will take place on June 23 at Barclays Center.
•Dybantsa has ties to both franchises from his time in Utah.

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9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Exclusive: AJ Dybantsa prepared for 'crazy' NBA draft night scenarios

What they're saying

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During a conversation with USA TODAY Sports, former BYU star AJ Dybantsa stated that he is confident he will go No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
— Yahoo Sports

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