AJ Dybantsa is selected first overall by the Washington Wizards in the 2026 NBA Draft in New York. Multiple outlets report that the 19-year-old forward—listed around 6-foot-8 to 6-foot-9—was taken with the No. 1 pick after playing one season of college basketball at BYU. The draft’s first round concludes with Dybantsa headlining the selections, with outlets also noting his standout freshman production at BYU, including leading college scoring, strong shooting and free-throw volume, and contributions across multiple statistical categories.
Coverage also highlights that Dybantsa becomes BYU’s first player chosen first overall in an NBA Draft. Additional reports reference reactions from Dybantsa following the selection, framing the move as Washington adding a top offensive prospect to help shape the team’s future. One outlet contrasts the pick with another presumed top prospect, Darryn Peterson, who is reported as being selected second by the Utah Jazz.
Overall, sources agree on the key outcome: Dybantsa goes to the Wizards at No. 1 in the 2026 draft and is immediately positioned as the team’s franchise cornerstone.
