Washington Wizards expected to draft AJ Dybantsa No. 1 overall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The 2026 NBA Draft is set to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on June 23-24. The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 pick and are expected to select BYU superstar AJ Dybantsa. The first round will air live on ABC and ESPN at 8 p.m. ET, followed by the second round on June 24 at the same time. NBA Finals recently concluded with the New York Knicks being crowned champions, leading into this draft event.
- •2026 NBA Draft begins on June 23 at Barclays Center.
- •Wizards have the No. 1 pick for the draft.
- •AJ Dybantsa is projected as the top selection.
- •First round starts at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, ESPN.
- •Second round takes place June 24 at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.
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"The Washington Wizards are expected to draft BYU superstar AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick on Tuesday (June 23).
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