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After a difficult rebuild, the Wizards have new hope after adding Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Noah Trister, Associated Press, as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · June 24, 2026 · 1 min read

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The Washington Wizards have selected a new player with the first overall pick in the NBA draft. The team chose AJ Dybantsa, who is 6 feet tall. This addition brings new hope to the franchise after a difficult rebuild.

The Wizards have not been a real championship contender in nearly half a century. Dybantsa's arrival may represent a turning point for the team. Further details about the draft and the Wizards' new player are available from KSAT 12, the ABC affiliate in San Antonio, TX.

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Category: local · Published: June 24, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Noah Trister, Associated Press, as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
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Source published	Jun 24, 2026
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After a difficult rebuild, the Wizards have new hope after adding Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick

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