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It took AJ Dybantsa just one game to provide further evidence Wizards made right pick

The Washington Wizards finally got AJ Dybantsa on the floor, and he instantly showed why he was the number one overall pick.

By Tyler Watts · Wiz of Awes

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 1:28 AM

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Wiz of Awes argues AJ Dybantsa's debut proved the Washington Wizards made the correct choice drafting him first overall.
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Washington Wizards 121-111.
Dybantsa recorded 19 points, two rebounds, and two assists on 8-of-12 shooting in his debut.

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Tyler Watts of Wiz of Awes argues that AJ Dybantsa proved the Washington Wizards made the right choice drafting him first overall following his regular-season debut. Dybantsa scored 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting across 27 minutes during a 121-111 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers after missing Washington's first four games with an ankle injury.

The writer highlights that Dybantsa recorded nine points within his first six minutes while playing alongside Trae Young and Anthony Davis. Watts asserts that Dybantsa outshone fellow rookies Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson in efficiency and will help push the Wizards back into playoff contention.

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