Washington Wizards rookie forward AJ Dybantsa exits their preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans after rolling his ankle on an awkward landing. Multiple outlets report he suffered an apparent ankle sprain and did not return for the rest of the game. The Wizards ultimately lose the preseason matchup 107-106.
Details on the severity of the injury are not disclosed in the coverage. ESPN says Dybantsa will undergo further evaluation after leaving the court, while Yahoo Sports and NDTV note that no official diagnosis is announced. Beyond the on-court incident, NDTV highlights that some Wizards fans question why the team played their No. 1 pick so close to the regular season opener, reflecting uncertainty around workload and timing.
Across reports, the common thread is that Dybantsa’s injury occurs during the Wizards’ final preseason game, with additional medical checks expected but no confirmed update yet.
