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Southeast Notes: Dybantsa, Black, Conwell, Wiggins, Hawks

Rival NBA scouts and talent evaluators are split on whether or not playing alongside Wizards point guard Trae Young will be ideal for AJ Dybantsa’s development, writes Josh Robbins of The Athletic. While Young is one of the league’s best…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 5:06 PM
Southeast Notes: Dybantsa, Black, Conwell, Wiggins, Hawks
Key Things to Know
  • NBA scouts are divided over whether playing alongside Trae Young will aid or hinder rookie AJ Dybantsa's development.
  • Wizards head coach Brian Keefe announced Dybantsa will miss Wednesday's opener against Milwaukee due to an ankle injury.
  • Dybantsa will be considered day-to-day following Wednesday's contest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rival NBA scouts and talent evaluators are reportedly divided on how playing alongside Trae Young will affect the development of Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa. According to reporting from Josh Robbins of The Athletic cited by Hoops Rumors, some scouts express concern that Young's ball-dominant playmaking could limit Dybantsa's chances to create offense, while others believe having high-caliber teammates like Young and Anthony Davis will relieve offensive pressure on the rookie forward.

Meanwhile, Dybantsa will not make his NBA regular season debut against the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday due to an ankle injury. Wizards head coach Brian Keefe confirmed on Tuesday that the No. 1 overall pick is considered day-to-day going forward.

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