BYU Star AJ Dybantsa Declares for NBA Draft as Potential No. 1 Pick

53 articles · Updated · ESPN · Apr 23

BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, where he is projected as a potential No. 1 overall pick.
Dybantsa led the nation in scoring with 25.5 points per game and was named a consensus All-American in his standout season.
His decision marks a milestone for BYU basketball, with Dybantsa aiming to become the program’s first-ever top overall NBA draft pick.

Will AJ Dybantsa become the highest-drafted player in BYU history?

What lessons can Dybantsa learn from Egor Demin's rookie NBA season?

Can Dybantsa handle the pressure of being Brockton's next sports legend?

How will new NCAA draft rules impact future one-and-done prospects?

Which lottery team offers the best system for Dybantsa's development?

Is Kansas star Darryn Peterson a real threat for the No. 1 pick?