The Wizards Won the No. 1 Pick. Seriously. - Washingtonian
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The Wizards Won the No. 1 Pick. Seriously. - Washingtonian
"Represented by their last #1 pick John Wall at the lottery, the basketball gods looked in Washington's direction and shrugged, sure, why not? So now, for the first time in years, Wizards fans get to do something unfamiliar: argue about a future worth caring about. The two players considered the best in this draft class, BYU forward AJ Dybantsa and Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, are both seen as potential franchise saviors."
The Wizards were awarded the first selection in the summer NBA Draft, creating excitement mixed with disbelief. Wizards fans have had few truly joyful moments in the century, including the Gilbert Arenas era, John Wall playoff teams, the Russell Westbrook season, and a memorable Michael Jordan defensive play. The lottery outcome feels unusual because the franchise has often lingered in irrelevance. With the first pick, fans can now debate a future worth caring about. AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson are viewed as top prospects who could become franchise saviors, and Washington has already tanked to secure this opportunity. The potential fit includes Alex Sarr and other roster pieces.
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