The Washington Wiards kick off their 2026 campaign when they host the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena on Wednesday night. But after a the biggest question heading into tipoff for Washington is the status of AJ Dybantsa, who injured his ankle in the Wizards’ pre-season finale.
On to the preview!
Game Info
When: Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. ET
Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
How to watch: Monumental Sports Network
Injury Report
Wizards: AJ Dybantsa: day-to-day (ankle), Tristan Vikcevic: out (hip), Jamir Watkins: out for season (acl).
Bucks: None listed.
Pregame notes
Dybantsa’ debut — It’s been 117 days since the Washington Wizards selected Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft. 117 days since a Wizards program that won 17 games in 2025-26 found new life behind the hopes of a 6-foot-9, 217-pound 19-year old.
But as Washington prepares to host Milwaukee in its 2026 season opener on Wednesday, October 21, Dybantsa is still dealing with an ankle injury from the end of the preseason and is listed as day-to-day.
The former BYU Cougar averaged 25.5 points 6.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists in his one-and-done freshman season in Provo, Utah, before delivering 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and two assists over four preseason outings with Washington.
