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Wizards prepare to become franchise with most No. 1 picks in NBA history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 4:01 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Wizards prepare to become franchise with most No. 1 picks in NBA history

Summary

The Washington Wizards are on track to break a tie with the Cleveland Cavaliers for the most No. 1 overall picks in NBA Draft history. With the Wizards earning the top selection in the 2026 draft, they will enhance their position as a franchise that has previously selected first in 1951, 1954, 1961, 1962, 2001, and 2010. The Cavaliers have also picked No. 1 five times since the draft began in 1947. The Wizards last held the No. 1 pick in 2010 when they selected John Wall. The expanded number of selections for the Wizards reflects trends in luck and performance in the league.

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Key Details

•Wizards earn No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
•Cavaliers currently tied for most No. 1 picks
•Wizards previously selected first in 2010
•Cavaliers' No. 1 picks include LeBron James
•Only two franchises have made five No. 1 picks

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4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Most No. 1 overall picks in NBA Draft history? Wizards set to break tie

What they're saying

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While the No. 1 pick is supposed to change a franchise, some teams can't get it right. Here are the teams with the most No. 1 picks in NBA history.
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