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Wizards Rank Third in ESPN’s 2026 Breakout Predictions

8/28/2026

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ESPN's panel gave the Washington Wizards 20 points, ranking them third among 2026 breakout teams behind the Pacers and Jazz.
The Wizards earned the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after finishing near the bottom last season.
Washington selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick, adding a young centerpiece.
The team also added Trae Young and Anthony Davis, who played most of the 2025-26 season.

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ESPN's panel gave the Washington Wizards 20 points, ranking them third among 2026 breakout teams behind the Pacers and Jazz.
The Wizards earned the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after finishing near the bottom last season.
Washington selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick, adding a young centerpiece.
The team also added Trae Young and Anthony Davis, who played most of the 2025-26 season.