Clutch Scoops: AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson No. 1 debate, how lottery could play out, latest draft intel

Jun 19, 2026 - 21:45

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Will it be AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson who gets called by Adam Silver as the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards?

The answer to this question changes daily, especially depending on who you ask. Although the Wizards may know who they are taking at this point, the NBA world continues to debate whether Dybantsa or Peterson should be the first pick.

ClutchPoints’ NBA insider Brett Siegel and NBA reporter Tomer Azarly share their thoughts on this debate for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, as well as other key intel with the draft just days away.

From the Thunder continuing to try and trade up into the top 10 to several notable draft workouts taking place at the end of the week, Brett and Tomer discuss how this year’s lottery could play out, specifically with Mikel Brown Jr., Keaton Wagler, and Darius Acuff Jr. highlighting the second wave of guards to come off the board after Peterson.

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(3:34) Should Spurs make major roster changes?
(5:55) What Tiago Splitter’s new deal with Bulls looks like
(8:45) The Wizards’ AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson debate
(11:51) Would Jazz consider taking Cam Boozer over Darryn Peterson?
(14:36) Who will trade into the top 10?
(16:58) Mavericks open to trading #9 pick
(17:55) Warriors’ options with #11 pick
(21:29) How Giannis Antetokounmpo trade will impact draft
(24:41) No changes inside top 4 of draft?
(26:34) Clippers locked in on two guards with #5 pick
(32:49) Breaking down possible trade spots in lottery
(37:18) Bucks’ draft plans