AJ Dybantsa

Kevin O'Connor and Steve Jones react to the latest NBA news including the Heat finally getting a win, AJ Dybantsa's debut and more.

Nate and Danny break down Stephen Curry's 44-point night in Minnesota, AJ Dybantsa's NBA debut against Cleveland, and the Knicks' comeback in Chicago. They also discuss what Anthony Edwards' injury means for the Wolves, Cooper Flagg's strong start and Dallas' decision on Zaccharie Risacher, the latest news, and their NBA Cup group and wild-card picks. 0:30 Stephen Curry's 44 and Yaxel Lendeborg's breakout in Minnesota 9:09 Anthony Edwards' injury and the Wolves' outlook without him 13:01 Coop...

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 28: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards plays defense during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 28, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Kolin/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The...

For the first time this season, the Washington Wizards are below .500. At halftime, it looked like the Wizards were ready to cruise home with their third win in five games. They scored 42 points in a first quarter scoring binge, and 69 at the midway point — including posting a 50-12 advantage in the paint, and a 10-point lead. They managed just 42 points the rest of the way, and lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 121-111. Back from a preseason ankle injury, Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa made his c...

Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa did not take long to realize that life in the NBA is a whole different beast. After missing the team’s first four games with a left ankle sprain, the No. 1 overall pick finally made his long-awaited debut on Wednesday night. While he put on a show with a team-high […] The post Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa wants to add 2 shots to his arsenal after NBA reality check appeared first on ClutchPoints.

AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the June draft, led the Washington Wizards with 19 points in his NBA debut on Wednesday.

Dybantsa was efficient and aggressive while leading the Wizards in scoring in an NBA debut that was worth the wait.

CLEVELAND — AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft, will make his NBA debut against the Cleveland Cavaliers after missing the first four games with a sprained left ankle. Brian Keefe said Dybantsa will be on a minutes restriction. He wouldn’t reveal the exact minutes allocation. The 19-year-old forward hasn’t played since […]

AJ Dybantsa was upgraded to questionable for Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, per the Wizards’ injury report. Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, has missed Washington’s first four games after spraining his left ankle in the team’s preseason finale. The 6-foot-9 wing led all NCAA Division I scorers with 25.0 points […]

The Washington Wizards play the Cleveland Cavaliers tomorrow night. Let’s preview this one. Game Info When: Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. ET Where: Rocket Arena How to watch: Monumental Sports Network Injury Report Wizards: Jamir Watkins and Tristan Vukcevic are out. AJ Dybantsa is questionable Cavaliers: None What to watch for Washington is looking to get back above […]

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards shoots a free throw during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 12, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 24: Anthony Davis #23 of the Washington Wizards and Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards celebrate during the second half of an NBA game against the Chicago Bulls on October 24, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Washington Wizards’ 2026-27 regular season is young. And though AJ Dybantsa has still yet to make his season (and NBA) debut, the Wizards’ two establ...

Coach Brian Keefe’s Washington Wizards headed to Charlotte to tangle with Brandon Miller and the Hornets on a night when Miller lit them up in the first half, putting him in Stephen Curry territory. Exciting rookie AJ Dybantsa’s injury situation came into focus before the game, while veterans Anthony Davis and Trae Young starred for […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young shows off early connection with Anthony Davis on lob-dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 16: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards dunks during the first half of a preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on October 16, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Wizards a...

The Washington Wizards have started off playing well this season, and they’ve done so without the No. 1 overall pick. AJ Dybantsa hasn’t made his NBA debut yet as he deals with an ankle injury, and it looks like he’ll have to keep waiting after the latest update on his status, according to Brett Siegel […] The post What’s going on with AJ Dybantsa’s ankle injury? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Game Details Date Saturday, October 24 Start Time 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT Location United Center, Chicago How to Watch on TV Fans have regional broadcasting options for this evening's game: Chicago Home Broadcast Chicago Sports Network Washington Away Broadcast MNMT2 How to Live Stream If you are looking to stream the game live, you have a few digital platforms available depending on your location: Bulls fans in local market CHSN App Wizards fans in local market Monumental+ Out-of-market ...

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards dunks against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of a preseason game at Capital One Arena on October 12, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Okay guys. I’m just as happy as all of you with th...

AJ Dybantsa’s regular season debut with the Wizards won’t occur on Friday vs. Toronto, tweets Josh Robbins of The Athletic. The No. 1 overall pick in this year’s draft has been ruled out for the second straight contest as he continues to recover from a left ankle sprain he suffered last week in Washington’s preseason […]

The Washington Wizards play the Milwaukee Bucks tonight at Capital One Arena. Tip off is at 7 p.m. ET on Monumental Sports Network. Preview the game here. Let’s go 1-0 to start off the 2026-27 season, even if AJ Dybantsa will miss the game.

AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, will miss the Wizards' season opener on Wednesday because of an ankle injury.