Jazz and Wizards involved in unprecedented draft pick trade proposal

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:02 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Jazz and Wizards involved in unprecedented draft pick trade proposal
Summary

The Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards are exploring a historic trade proposal involving the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. The proposed deal would send the No. 1 pick and players Bub Carrington and Cam Whitmore to Utah, while Washington would receive the No. 2 pick, Ace Bailey, and a future first-round pick. The uniqueness of the proposal lies in the fact that the top two draft picks have never been traded for each other before. The Jazz's decision hinges on their evaluation of AJ Dybantsa, who they have been linked to, while the Wizards aim to bolster their rebuilding strategy without significantly dropping in draft position.

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  • Utah Jazz propose to trade for No. 1 pick.
  • Washington Wizards could acquire No. 2 pick and future assets.
  • First time top two NBA draft picks may be swapped.
  • Analysis suggests Jazz prioritizing AJ Dybantsa.
  • Wizards seek to enhance rebuild with additional draft capital.
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  • 2:02 PMYahoo SportsNo team has ever done this before as Jazz and Wizards linked to historic draft swap
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A proposed Jazz-Wizards trade would swap the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, a move that could create history and reshape both rebuilds.

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