Prospect AJ Dybantsa sees potential for quick NBA success like Spurs
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
AJ Dybantsa, a top draft prospect, is observing the NBA Finals, drawing parallels between the young San Antonio Spurs and his potential future in the league. Dybantsa, who led the nation in college scoring, believes his adaptability and work ethic could help him achieve success quickly, similar to the Spurs following their selection of Victor Wembanyama. The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft and are anticipated to select Dybantsa. He recently participated in the NBA Finals as a player correspondent, gaining insights by interacting with players and former stars. The draft is set for June 23 in New York and Dybantsa has been focusing on training while waiting for the decision.
- •AJ Dybantsa is a top prospect for the upcoming NBA draft.
- •He led college basketball in scoring at 25.5 points per game.
- •Dybantsa sees similarities between his potential and the Spurs' success.
- •The NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23 in New York.
- •Dybantsa is participating in the NBA Finals as a player correspondent.
- 2:11 AMESPN NBA — Dybantsa sees chance for quick success like Spurs
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — At the NBA Finals, potential top pick AJ Dybantsa sees chance to have quick success like the Spurs
"AJ Dybantsa is watching a young San Antonio Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro. “It won’t take that long, especially with my adaptability and my work ethic,” Dybantsa said Monday. The Spurs made a rapid rise after taking Victor Wembanyama from France with the No. 1 pick in 2023.
"AJ Dybantsa is watching a young Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro.
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External links- ESPN NBAJun 9, 2026, 2:11 AMDybantsa sees chance for quick success like Spurs
AJ Dybantsa is watching a young Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:40 AMAt the NBA Finals, potential top pick AJ Dybantsa sees chance to have quick success like the Spurs
AJ Dybantsa is watching a young San Antonio Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro. “It won’t take that long, especially with my adaptability and my work ethic,” Dybantsa said Monday. The Spurs made a rapid rise after taking Victor Wembanyama from France with the No. 1 pick in 2023.
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