What happened: Trae Young discussed sharing the court with new teammate AJ Dybantsa ahead of the 2026-27 preseason. He described the No. 1 overall pick as one of the future faces of the league.

Why it matters: Top picks enter with immediate expectations around rotation role and production. Public backing from an established teammate helps set early expectations for Dybantsa's development curve.

What to watch: Preseason action will test how the two share ball-handling duties and minutes.