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2026 NBA draft tracker: List of 1st-round picks
By Aaron Beard, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Tuesday night in New York:___1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.5) as a sturdy-framed freshman. Pressured defenses by creating...
Key takeaway Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The 2026 NBA draft has San Antonio Spurs fans wondering what the future holds for their team, given the selection of top talent by other franchises. With the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, and Chicago Bulls bolstering their rosters, the Spurs will need to reassess their strategy to remain competitive in the league. The addition of players like AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson to other teams may impact the Spurs' chances of landing key free agents or making trades to strengthen their own lineup. As the Spurs look to rebuild and regain their footing, they will need to carefully consider how to counter the enhanced talent of their opponents, particularly in the Western Conference where they will face the Jazz and Grizzlies. The Spurs' front office will be under scrutiny to make savvy moves to keep pace with the evolving landscape of the NBA.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Tuesday night in New York:___1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.5) as a sturdy-framed freshman. Pressured defenses by creating...
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