# AJ Dybantsa Injury Update

> Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa's ankle sprain delays NBA debut.
- Title: AJ Dybantsa Injury Update · Complex | Shortify
- Summary: Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa's ankle sprain delays NBA debut. AJ Dybantsa, the Wizards' No. 1 pick, will likely debut on Wednesday, November 4 after a mild…
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- Source: Complex — https://complex.com/bets/a/matt-burke/aj-dybantsa-fantasy-basketball-injury-update
- Published: 2026-10-27T16:35:46.04+00:00
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## AJ Dybantsa Injury Update
Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa sprained his left ankle in the team's final preseason game.
## Injury Details
The sprain occurred during a 107-106 loss to the Pelicans on October 16.
## Recovery Timeline
Dybantsa is expected to return by Wednesday, November 4 after a mild ankle sprain.
## Debut Schedule
Wizards plan to host Dybantsa's debut against the Hawks on Wednesday, November 4.
## Key takeaway

AJ Dybantsa, the Wizards' No. 1 pick, will likely debut on Wednesday, November 4 after a mild ankle sprain from his preseason game.