What happened: AJ Dybantsa scored Washington's first basket of the third quarter in preseason action. The play drew outside reaction praising the finish.

Why it matters: Washington is using the preseason to integrate the top overall pick before the 2026-27 season. Preseason rotation order and second-half assignments shape opening-night roles.

What to watch: Washington continues its preseason schedule ahead of the 2026-27 opener. Dybantsa's next minutes offer another rotation checkpoint.