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Washington Wizards set to make first pick in 2026 NBA Draft

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:53 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Washington Wizards set to make first pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Summary

The 2026 NBA Draft begins Tuesday night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, with the Washington Wizards holding the first overall pick for the first time since 2010. BYU's AJ Dybantsa is the projected No. 1 selection, with Kansas' Darryn Peterson also in contention. Following the Wizards, the Utah Jazz will pick second, with Memphis, Chicago, and the LA Clippers rounding out the top five choices. Coverage of the first round starts at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN.

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Key Details
  • •2026 NBA Draft starts June 23 at 8 p.m. ET.
  • •Washington Wizards hold the first overall pick.
  • •AJ Dybantsa is favored to be selected first.
  • •Utah Jazz will pick second, Memphis third.
  • •Live coverage available on ABC and ESPN.
Latest Updates
  • 12:53 AMCBS NBA — 2026 NBA Draft starts Tuesday: Where to watch first round, full order of picks, top prospects to know
  • 10:32 PMCBS NBA — 2026 NBA Draft order: Complete list of all 60 picks with Wizards at No. 1
What they're saying
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Washington will get the party started when the Wizards make the first pick in the NBA Draft

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The Washington Wizards are on the clock as the 2026 NBA Draft begins on Tuesday night

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