BYU's AJ Dybantsa WILL Be Drafted By the Utah Jazz... First Overall?

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches on June 23, the potential of AJ Dybantsa landing with the Utah Jazz has become a major narrative in draft circles. After a standout freshman season at BYU, where he averaged 25.5 points per game and solidified his status as an elite wing, Dybantsa has spent much of the cycle projected as the clear No. 1 overall pick. However, recent reports suggest the Washington Wizards—holding that top selection—are seriously considering Kansas guard Darryn Peterson. This development has injected significant intrigue into the Jazz’s draft night plans. Sitting at No. 2, Utah is in the perfect position to capitalize if Washington passes on the BYU star. For the Jazz, securing Dybantsa would be a dream scenario. His blend of elite length, athletic fluidity, and high-level scoring creation aligns perfectly with the franchise's desire for a primary, franchise-altering wing. Having spent the last two years in Utah—both at the prep level and at BYU—Dybantsa is already a familiar face to the local fanbase and front office. While other prospects like Cameron Boozer have been linked to the Jazz as high-ceiling alternatives, Dybantsa’s "modern NBA" prototype is widely viewed as the superior fit for Utah’s long-term rebuild. His ability to defend multiple positions and act as an engine for the offense makes him a cornerstone piece capable of elevating the team's entire identity. Whether this becomes a reality depends entirely on the chaos of the draft’s opening minutes. If the Wizards stay the course with their internal discussions and pivot to Peterson, Dybantsa slipping to the second spot would likely be an immediate, enthusiastic "yes" for Utah. It is a high-stakes waiting game, but for a fanbase and organization looking for a transformative talent, the possibility of keeping Dybantsa in Utah has never felt more tangible. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.