Jazz Weigh Trade for No. 1 Overall Pick to Secure AJ Dybantsa

Utah mulls aggressive move for No. 1 as draft looms.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 111 min read

What happened: The Utah Jazz are exploring a potential trade with the Washington Wizards to move up from the No. 2 spot to the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The move is reportedly aimed at securing BYU star AJ Dybantsa, a local favorite who played his final high school season at Utah Prep.

Why it matters: Washington is reportedly seeking a massive return that includes the No. 2 pick and 2025 All-Rookie selection Ace Bailey. While Jazz ownership is aggressive, CEO Danny Ainge is known for value-driven decisions, leading to a high-stakes standoff with the Wizards just 12 days before the draft.

By the numbers: Utah currently holds the No. Dybantsa, Peterson, and Boozer are considered the draft's top three prospects. The Wizards' current roster includes stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis after recent win-now acquisitions.

What to watch: The NBA withdrawal deadline for international prospects is June 13, followed by the first round of the draft on June 23.

Sources

Yahoo NBA 2026-06-11T20:36:29.075502+00:00

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