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No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa makes NBA debut for Wizards against Cavaliers
The No. 1 pick returned after a sprained ankle and will be limited as Washington manages his NBA debut.
- Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa makes his NBA debut against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, starting at Rocket Arena after being upgraded to available.
- Dybantsa sat out the team's first four games after suffering a sprained left ankle on Oct. 16 during the preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans. Coach Brian Keefe confirmed the rookie will operate under a minutes restriction.
- Washington also announced Wednesday that forward Justin Champagnie underwent surgery to repair a right foot fracture sustained during Monday's game against Charlotte. The Wizards enter with a 2-2 record.
- Cleveland, currently 2-1, recently secured a 127-125 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with rookie guard Meleek Thomas impressing in his regular-season debut. The Cavs hold a 16-game winning streak against Washington.
- Broadcast coverage is available via WTAM 1100-AM, WMMS 100.7-FM, or La Mega Cleveland. The teams face each other twice more during the 2026-27 regular season, with matchups scheduled for December.
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No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa makes NBA debut for Wizards against Cavaliers
CLEVELAND (AP) — Washington forward AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in June's NBA draft, was in the starting lineup for his debut Wednesday night as the Wizards faced the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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