Washington Wizards Secure No.1 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft
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- Washington Wizards win the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft lottery, held in Chicago Sunday.
- Washington Wizards posted the league's worst record (17-65) in the 2025-26 season, giving them a 14% chance at the top slot.
- Jeremy Woo (ESPN) projects the Wizards will select BYU forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick.
- Brooklyn Nets also entered the lottery with a 14% chance at the No. 1 selection.
- Indiana Pacers similarly had a 14% chance at the No. 1 pick.
Why it matters: Washington fans and the franchise gain a franchise‑changing talent boost, while the Nets and Pacers miss a rare top‑pick opportunity; the lottery’s first win for the league’s worst team reshapes future draft odds.