Dybantsa’s Washington vision

Sometimes a single joke is enough to show how a young prospect imagines his future. For AJ Dybantsa, that future might be in Washington, and his imagination extends to symbolic details like his jersey number. Speaking on Gil’s Arena, he playfully claimed he would take Trae Young’s No. 3 if the Wizards selected him first in the 2026 Draft, adding that he had already “talked” to the veteran about it. His comments arrive at a key moment, with Dybantsa limiting his workouts to Washington and Utah, the holders of the top two picks.

The BYU freshman highlighted his versatility, defensive range, and winning mindset, arguing he can guard every position and energize arenas with his style. His college numbers, 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists, support his case as a top selection. For Washington, his blend of size, creation, and switchability would fit seamlessly alongside its young core as draft night approaches.