The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 pick and the Utah Jazz sit at No. 2 in the 2026 draft. A swap to land AJ Dybantsa appears remote with 13 days remaining.

A deal would require the Wizards to lock in their preferred prospect at No. 2 while receiving substantial additional value. That package would most likely include Ace Bailey and future draft capital beyond the second selection.

The Jazz value Dybantsa for his size, scoring versatility, and local BYU ties that could accelerate roster continuity alongside existing frontcourt pieces. Yet surrendering a top young wing like Bailey would disrupt their timeline more than it accelerates it.

Utah's front office has shown restraint in prior drafts by prioritizing fit over hype. A one-spot leap rarely justifies the overpay when the top two prospects sit so close in evaluations.

The draft sits 13 days away. That leaves minimal time for negotiations to shift parameters before Washington locks in its choice.

Holding the second pick keeps Utah positioned to add a high-upside wing without mortgaging future flexibility that could address other roster gaps.