NBA Draft 2026: Wizards select teen sensation AJ Dybantsa with No. 1 pick (opens original article in a new tab)

The Washington Wizards chose 19-year-old AJ Dybantsa as the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, following his college season and international success. The Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies selected Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer respectively in the top three picks.

• Washington Wizards selected 19-year-old forward AJ Dybantsa with the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
• Dybantsa played one season of college basketball and led the US to the 2025 FIBA Under-19 World Cup victory
• Utah Jazz took Darryn Peterson with the second pick and Memphis Grizzlies selected Cameron Boozer third