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AJ Dybantsa is the No. 1 pick on a big NBA draft night for freshman stars and Michigan's champions
By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 6 min read
AJ Dybantsa is on his way to Washington and ready to start working as soon as he gets there.That's not until Wednesday. Tuesday was a night for the NBA's No. 1 draft pick to party.“Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celeb...
Key takeaway “Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celebrate,” Dybantsa said.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The recent NBA Finals still have San Antonio buzzing, with the Spurs' loss to the Knicks fresh in fans' minds. As the city's basketball enthusiasts look to the future, they'll be watching the Washington Wizards' No. 1 pick in the NBA draft with interest. The Wizards' choice could potentially impact the Spurs' chances in upcoming seasons, especially if they select a talented player like AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, or Cameron Boozer. With the Spurs seeking to regroup and rebuild after their championship run fell short, the team's front office will likely be keeping a close eye on the draft and its potential to shake up the league's balance of power. The blockbuster deal sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat only adds to the intrigue, as the Spurs will need to adapt to a potentially stronger Eastern Conference.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? AJ Dybantsa is on his way to Washington and ready to start working as soon as he gets there.That's not until Wednesday. Tuesday was a night for the NBA's No. 1 draft pick to party.“Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celeb...
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