Most likely picks for every NBA lottery team
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- Washington Wizards hold a 14% chance at the No. 1 draft slot and a 52.1% chance to land in the top four of the 2026 NBA lottery.
- Washington Wizards finished 26 of their final 27 games, guaranteeing a top‑five pick in the upcoming draft.
- Washington Wizards have added veteran stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis via low‑cost trades, positioning the team to be competitive next season.
- Washington Wizards would most likely choose BYU small forward AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick, making him the franchise’s new centerpiece.
Why it matters: The Wizards gain a franchise‑changing talent, and the league’s draft dynamics shift as a top prospect lands on a team already bolstered by Young and Davis, accelerating Washington’s playoff push.
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