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2026 NBA draft tracker: List of 1st-round picks
By Aaron Beard, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 11 min read
The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Tuesday night in New York:___1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.5) as a sturdy-framed freshman. Pressured defenses by creating...
Key takeaway Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The 2026 NBA draft has brought excitement to basketball fans in Terrell Hills , with several top prospects selected in the first round. While none of the players drafted have direct ties to the local community, the San Antonio area is likely to take notice of the Utah Jazz's selection of Darryn Peterson, given the city's proximity to the team's occasional preseason games in the region. As the NBA season approaches, Terrell Hills residents may have the opportunity to see Peterson and other rookies in action, potentially drawing new fans to the sport. The draft also serves as a reminder that the NBA has a strong following in the San Antonio area, with many local residents eager to follow the progress of top players like AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson. With the new season on the horizon, basketball enthusiasts in Terrell Hills will be watching to see how these young players perform at the professional level.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 11 min
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What is this story about? The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Tuesday night in New York:___1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYUScouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.5) as a sturdy-framed freshman. Pressured defenses by creating...
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