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2026 NBA draft tracker: List of 1st-round picks
By Aaron Beard, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 11 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 Alamo Heights News
The 2026 NBA draft has brought excitement to basketball fans nationwide, and San Antonio residents are no exception. While none of the top picks have direct ties to Alamo Heights , the draft's outcome may still impact the local sports landscape. The Spurs, San Antonio's home team, will be looking to rebuild and strengthen their roster, potentially through trades or free agency involving these newly drafted players. As the Spurs navigate their own offseason, Alamo Heights residents will be keeping a close eye on how the team's moves might affect their chances of competing in the upcoming season. With the city's strong basketball following, the performances of these rookies will likely be closely watched, and their potential impact on the Spurs' roster will be a topic of discussion among local fans. The Spurs' front office decisions will be crucial in shaping the team's future, and the community will be eager to see how they utilize the draft and subsequent transactions to bolster their lineup.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 11 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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