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Wizards' Top Pick Dybantsa Out for Season Opener
22 Oct
Summary
- AJ Dybantsa will miss the Wizards' season opener due to an ankle injury.
- He suffered the injury during the team's final preseason game.
- The rookie averaged 12.8 points in four preseason games.
The Washington Wizards will be without their projected 2026 No. 1 draft pick, AJ Dybantsa, for their season-opening game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Head coach Brian Keefe confirmed Dybantsa sustained an ankle injury during the team's final preseason matchup on Friday. This setback means Dybantsa will miss the highly anticipated start of the regular season, which is scheduled for Wednesday night.
During the preseason, Dybantsa demonstrated his potential, averaging 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.5 steals across four games. A standout performance against the Pistons saw him score 14 points and grab seven rebounds, highlighting his two-way capabilities. Coach Keefe characterized the injury as day-to-day, suggesting that Dybantsa's absence from the court might be brief. The Wizards are set to tip off their season at 7 ET.
