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Boston Celtics

Why Celtics Must Target AJ Dybantsa in 2026 NBA Draft

The Boston Celtics should view Brockton native AJ Dybantsa as more than hometown flavor. The 6-foot-9 forward led the nation in scoring at BYU before declaring for the 2026 NBA Draft as a projected top-three pick. His Tatum-like blend of scoring, facilitation, rebounding and defense fits the wings-first identity that carried Boston to the 2024 title, and his elite athleticism would add burst the second unit lacked against Philadelphia's length.

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Washington Wizards

Why AJ Dybantsa Is the Ideal No. 1 Pick for the Wizards

The Washington Wizards brought in BYU wing AJ Dybantsa for a pre-draft meeting as the 6-foot-9 freshman strengthens his position as the favorite to go first overall in the June 2026 NBA Draft. Dybantsa led the NCAA in scoring last season at 25.5 points per game while adding 6.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists on 51 percent shooting from the field and 60 percent true shooting. After winning the lottery with 14 percent odds and finishing the 2025-26 season at 17-65, Washington now has the chance to add a dynamic scorer who has openly expressed confidence he will hear his name called first on draft night.

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Utah Jazz

Why Utah Jazz Must Take Darryn Peterson at No. 2

The Utah Jazz will pick second in the 2026 NBA Draft after posting one of the league's worst records. It is just the second time in franchise history they have held the No. 2 pick, previously selecting Darrell Griffith there in 1980. Utah has not chosen this high since taking Karl Malone 13th overall in 1985, and the moment arrives with the team over the cap: Lauri Markkanen will earn $46.4 million next season while Jaren Jackson Jr.'s salary climbs to $49 million in 2026-27.

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Brooklyn Nets

Why the Nets Should Trade Their No. 6 Pick

The Brooklyn Nets landed the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery after finishing the 2025-26 season 20-62. They held the tied-best odds for the top selection yet slid to sixth, leaving general manager Sean Marks with a clear decision less than three weeks before the draft on June 23. The team added five first-rounders last year, owes its 2027 first-rounder to the Houston Rockets, and projects to have roughly $45-50 million in cap space this summer alongside Michael Porter Jr.

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