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AJ Dybantsa is the No. 1 pick on a big NBA draft night for freshman stars and Michigan's champions
By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 23, 2026
· 6 min read
AJ Dybantsa is on his way to Washington and ready to start working as soon as he gets there.That's not until Wednesday. Tuesday was a night for the NBA's No. 1 draft pick to party.“Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celeb...
Key takeaway “Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celebrate,” Dybantsa said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The selection of AJ Dybantsa by the Washington Wizards with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft may seem like a distant event to Terrell Hills residents, but it brings to mind the local basketball talent that has emerged from the San Antonio area. While Dybantsa's accomplishments at BYU are impressive, San Antonio has its own rich basketball history, with several local players going on to successful collegiate and professional careers. The fact that Dybantsa's favorite player, Kevin Durant, has ties to the Washington area, is a reminder that basketball is a sport that transcends local boundaries, with players often drawing inspiration from athletes across the country. As the NBA season approaches, Terrell Hills residents who are basketball fans will likely be keeping an eye on Dybantsa's progress, and perhaps drawing comparisons to local players who have made their mark on the sport.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? AJ Dybantsa is on his way to Washington and ready to start working as soon as he gets there.That's not until Wednesday. Tuesday was a night for the NBA's No. 1 draft pick to party.“Obviously this night is just a celebration of all the hard work I’ve done in the past, and so now I’m going to celeb...
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