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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 44 MIN

Hour 1 - Wizards Draft Countdown, Sorsby Fallout, and Commanders NFC Hopes

from The Chris Russell Show

Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell with just one week remaining until the NBA Draft, breaking down every option available to the Wizards as they prepare to make a franchise-altering decision with the No. 1 overall pick. The show features audio from Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger, who explains what Washington is looking for in a top selection and the type of player the organization hopes to build around moving forward. The conversation continues with a debate over AJ Dybantsa versus Darryn Peterson as potential No. 1 picks, while also examining how the Utah Jazz’s interest in both prospects could give Washington added flexibility and leverage on draft night. Later, Ari Temkin of Big 12 Radio joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech gambling saga, including reports that Sorsby could seek eligibility for the NFL Supplemental Draft. Nick then examines what Diggs could add to the Commanders, evaluates the team’s offseason additions, and discusses where Washington fits in a wide-open NFC race entering the 2026 season.

Nick Ashooh fills in for Chris Russell with just one week remaining until the NBA Draft, breaking down every option available to the Wizards as they prepare to make a franchise-altering decision with the No. 1 overall pick. The show features audio from Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger, who explains what Washington is looking for in a top selection and the type of player the organization hopes to build around moving forward. The conversation continues with a debate over AJ Dybantsa versus Darryn Peterson as potential No. 1 picks, while also examining how the Utah Jazz’s interest in both prospects could give Washington added flexibility and leverage on draft night. Later, Ari Temkin of Big 12 Radio joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech gambling saga, including reports that Sorsby could seek eligibility for the NFL Supplemental Draft. Nick then examines what Diggs could add to the Commanders, evaluates the team’s offseason additions, and discusses where Washington fits in a wide-open NFC race entering the 2026 season.

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