The Washington Wizards are entering their MOST ANTICIPATED season in YEARS! Although No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa will miss opening night against the Milwaukee Bucks with an ankle injury, the excitement surrounding Washington's new era remains as strong as ever!
On today's Locked On Wizards, Ben Strober and Abdullah Ayubi are joined by special guest Joe House of The Ringer to discuss why this season feels different for longtime Wizards fans.
After three consecutive seasons with fewer than 20 wins, Washington enters the 2026-27 campaign with legitimate expectations, established stars in Trae Young and Anthony Davis, and an exciting young core featuring AJ Dybantsa, Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George, and Bilal Coulibaly.
How disappointing is Dybantsa's absence from opening night? Why should Wizards fans remain optimistic? And could Washington finally return to postseason contention?
On today's episode:
🏀 AJ DYBANTSA OUT: Reacting to the rookie's ankle injury and what his absence means for opening night
🔥 MOST ANTICIPATED SEASON IN YEARS: Joe House explains why Wizards fans have legitimate reasons for excitement
⭐ TRAE YOUNG & ANTHONY DAVIS: How Washington's veteran stars could transform the franchise
📈 THE WIZARDS' YOUNG CORE: Expectations for Alex Sarr, Kyshawn George, Bilal Coulibaly, and AJ Dybantsa
🏆 SEASON PREDICTIONS: How many games can Washington win, and what would make this season a success?
Can the Wizards finally turn the corner and become a competitive team in the Eastern Conference?
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