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Wizards Make Major AJ Dybantsa Decision Ahead of Rookie Season: Report

Wizards Make Major AJ Dybantsa Decision Ahead of Rookie Season: Report

Summary

The Washington Wizards have decided to stop AJ Dybantsa, their top draft pick, from playing the rest of the NBA Summer League to avoid injury. Dybantsa showed strong performances in two games, but the team prefers to keep him healthy for the upcoming regular season.

Key Facts

  • AJ Dybantsa is the Wizards' No. 1 draft pick and played two Summer League games.
  • He scored 35 points in his first game, tying a rookie record for a debut.
  • Dybantsa averaged 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2.5 steals, 1.5 blocks, and played about 25 minutes per game.
  • The Wizards also shut down players Will Riley and Tre Johnson from the Summer League.
  • Wizards coach T.J. Sorrentine said the players had enough preparation from camp and games.
  • The Wizards are 2-0 in games Dybantsa played during Summer League.
  • Dybantsa should play a key role next season alongside Trae Young and Anthony Davis.
  • The NBA regular season schedule begins in late October but has not been released yet.
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