From The Banner · Kyle Williams · · 1m 10s
Wizards feel a little 'slept on' ahead of pivotal season
Wizards' young star AJ Dybantsa and veteran Trae Young aim to shock NBA with fresh team dynamics.
In brief
Wizards' young star AJ Dybantsa and veteran Trae Young aim to shock NBA with fresh team dynamics. Washington Wizards enter 2026-27 NBA season with high expectations after acquiring young talent and two established stars. Originally reported by The Banner.
AJ Dybantsa's confidence
19-year-old aj dybantsa feels no pressure entering rookie season despite being the nba's top pick.
“none”
Team's young talent
wizards have versatile swingman kyshawn george and sharpshooting guard tre johnson among young players.
Anthony Davis' perspective
anthony davis says wizards are a little slept on but must focus on winning games immediately.
“i think we are a little slept on, which is fine”
Trae Young's role
trae young re-signed for four years after injuries but needs to find balance with young talent.
Offensive challenges
dybantsa averages 25.5 points per game at byu while young needs to share offensive duties.
“there's not very many of us”
Defensive focus
wizards aim to be top defensive team with anthony davis and alex sarr as key rim protectors.
“we're going to be a top defensive team”
First practice day
wizards begin practice on tuesday after winning just 15 games last season.
Season expectations
general manager will dawkins calls this season a 'season of growth' for the wizards.
“season of growth”
The short version
Washington Wizards enter 2026-27 NBA season with high expectations after acquiring young talent and two established stars.
