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Washington Edges Utah 92-88 in Top Draft Picks Clash

7/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Washington beat Utah 92-88 in Las Vegas, the first head-to-head meeting of the 2026 draft’s top two picks.
AJ Dybantsa scored 27 points with seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block, including a dunk over four Jazz defenders.
Jordan Peterson had 24 points for Utah and shot 2-of-7 from three-point range.
Tre Johnson added 26 points and Will Riley added 18, providing key scoring support for Washington’s win.

History

Historical Context

The June 24, 1992 NBA draft, held in Portland, was the first draft outside New York and saw the Orlando Magic win the lottery to select Shaquille O'Neal first overall, with Alonzo Mourning taken second by Charlotte. O'Neal went on to earn a record-tying 14 consecutive All-Star selections, a rivalry the 2026 first-round duel between AJ Dybantsa and Jordan Peterson now echoes.

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Story summary

Washington beat Utah 92-88 in Las Vegas, the first head-to-head meeting of the 2026 draft’s top two picks.
AJ Dybantsa scored 27 points with seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block, including a dunk over four Jazz defenders.
Jordan Peterson had 24 points for Utah and shot 2-of-7 from three-point range.
Tre Johnson added 26 points and Will Riley added 18, providing key scoring support for Washington’s win.

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