Trae Young welcomes No. 1 pick AJ Dybant to Washington
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Trae Young welcomed AJ Dybant, the first overall selection in the NBA draft, to Washington on June 24. Young's gesture included a hint at future discussions about jersey numbers. Dybant's arrival marks a key moment for the team as they aim to build around the new talent. Further interactions between Young and Dybant are anticipated as the offseason progresses.
- •Trae Young welcomed AJ Dybant to Washington on June 24.
- •Dybant was the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft.
- •Young hinted at talks about jersey numbers.
- •Dybant's signing is a pivotal moment for the franchise.
- •More interactions between Young and Dybant are expected.
- 2:58 AMESPN — 'The City is Ready': Trae Young welcomes AJ Dybant...
"The Washington star welcomed the No. 1 pick to the nation's capital and appeared to tease a future conversation about jersey numbers.
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