AJ Dybantsa won’t solve Wizards shooting woes despite elite scoring potential

Wiz of Awes writer Tyler Watts argues that number one overall draft pick AJ Dybantsa will not resolve the Washington Wizards' poor outside shooting despite his elite scoring ability. While recovering from an ankle injury, the 19-year-old forward is expected to excel at attacking the rim alongside teammates Trae Young and Anthony Davis, but his college 33.1 percent three-point mark suggests he will struggle from beyond the NBA arc as a rookie.

Watts asserts that Washington ranks in the bottom three across three-point makes, attempts, and accuracy early in the season. Consequently, the writer urges the Wizards front office to target proven perimeter shooters such as Luke Kennard or Rui Hachimura before the trade deadline to boost floor spacing.