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Nets met with BYU forward AJ Dybantsa during 2026 NBA Draft Combine
TL;DR
The Brooklyn Nets met with BYU forward AJ Dybantsa during the 2026 NBA Draft Combine. Dybantsa is projected to be the first overall pick, and the Nets are exploring options to potentially trade for the No. 1 pick held by the Washington Wizards.
Key points
- Brooklyn Nets have the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
- AJ Dybantsa is projected as the first overall pick
- Dybantsa met with several teams during the draft combine
- Nets may explore trading for the No. 1 pick
- Last trade of the No. 1 pick occurred in 2017
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The Brooklyn Nets know they have the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after Sunday's Lottery and now, they've had a chance to talk to prospects during the 2026 NBA Draft Combine in Chicago this week. Brooklyn fell into the range where they likely won't be able to draft any of the four players in the first tier of this class, but that didn't stop them from doing their due diligence.
Marc J. Spears of Andscape and ESPN reported on Thursday that BYU forward AJ Dybantsa, who's widely expected to be the first overall pick, met with a variety of teams that includes the Nets. In addition to Brooklyn, Dybantsa met with the Washington Wizards, who hold the first overall pick, along with the Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Memphis Grizzlies, and Los Angeles Clippers.
Understandably so, many fans were curious about why Dybantsa met with so many teams when most people expect him to be the first player off the board when the draft begins on Jun. 23. While the Wizards aren't likely to pass up on the chance to select Dybantsa, there is always a chance that another team, possibly the Nets, could to acquire the No. 1 pick so it would make sense to touch base with him just in case.
Q&A
Why did AJ Dybantsa meet with multiple NBA teams during the draft combine?
AJ Dybantsa met with multiple teams, including the Nets, to explore potential interest as he is expected to be the first overall pick.
What is the significance of the Brooklyn Nets having the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft?
Having the No. 6 pick means the Nets may miss out on top-tier prospects, prompting them to consider trading for the No. 1 pick held by the Wizards.
When is the 2026 NBA Draft scheduled to take place?
The 2026 NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23.