RealGM Basketball Wiretap

20 May 2026

• AJ Dybantsa Not Considered Lock To Be Picked At No. 1 By Wizards

  AJ Dybantsa is not currently viewed as a lock to go first overall to the Washington Wizards, according to rival teams. Unlike some drafts, there is no true consensus top prospect in the 2026 NBA draft as arguments can be made for Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer and Caleb Wilson. Because of the lack of clarity on how those clear top-4 prospects should be ordered, there is a greater possibility of teams trading within that tier.

  Dybantsa overtook Darryn Peterson during their freshman seasons as the safest pick at the top of the draft.

  Dybantsa has been strongly linked with the Utah Jazz due to Ryan Smith's close ties to the BYU program. The Jazz could offer the Wizards a trade package to move up, but that is speculative at this point. Utah could maintain their future assets and simply stay at No. 2 to draft either Dybantsa or Peterson at No. 2. Peterson is a cleaner fit with Utah's existing frontcourt of Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Walker Kessler.

• Jazz Have Reached Out To Wizards About Trading For No. 1 Pick

  The Utah Jazz have reached out to the Washington Wizards over potentially trading for the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, sources told Marc J. Spears of Andscape.

  The Jazz would then presumably select BYU's AJ Dybantsa with the top pick.

  Wizards president Michael Winger previously said that the team would consider trading down to accumulate assets.

  Dybantsa averaged 25.5 points and 6.8 rebounds at BYU last season.

  The top four picks are expected to be Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson in some order.

• Michael Winger Says Wizards Will Consider Trading Down From No. 1 Pick

  Washington Wizards president Michael Winger told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider that he would consider trading down after securing the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft on Sunday.

  Winger said that this is "not a savior moment" for the Wizards.

  The Wizards are currently projected to select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick.

  Winger added the Wizards could move down should he and general manager Will Dawkins determine that there are two or three prospects worth drafting.

  With the Jazz selecting second, president Austin Ainge also said that the team are "open" to moving down.

• ESPN, Athletic Have Identical Top-10 In Post-Lottery NBA Mock Drafts

  The Washington Wizards won the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Sunday, securing the No. 1 overall pick for the first time since 2010. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls round out the top four selections.

  The Indiana Pacers lost their top-four protected pick to the Los Angeles Clippers, who land at No. 5. The Clippers do not fully control their own draft picks until 2030, making the acquisition a significant coup for the franchise.

  BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa is projected as the consensus No. 1 pick, according to ESPN. Washington traded for veteran stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis at the deadline and lost 26 of their final 27 games to maximize lottery positioning. The Wizards have not finished above .500 since the 2017-18 season.

  Utah moves up to No. 2, its highest selection since 2011, and is projected to select Kansas guard Darryn Peterson. Memphis, despite having just a 9.4 percent chance at a top-three pick, lands at No. 3 and is projected to take Duke's Cameron Boozer. Chicago jumped into the top four with a 20.27 percent probability and is expected to select North Carolina's Caleb Wilson.

  Sam Vecenie of The Athletic had an identical top-10 order in his post-lottery mock draft.

  The draft combine begins Monday in Chicago and runs through the end of the week.

  ESPN's 2026 NBA Mock Draft, First Round

  1. Washington Wizards: AJ Dybantsa, SF, BYU
  2. Utah Jazz: Darryn Peterson, PG/SG, Kansas
  3. Memphis Grizzlies: Cameron Boozer, PF/C, Duke
  4. Chicago Bulls: Caleb Wilson, PF/C, North Carolina
  5. LA Clippers: Keaton Wagler, PG/SG, Illinois
  6. Brooklyn Nets: Darius Acuff Jr., PG, Arkansas
  7. Sacramento Kings: Kingston Flemings, PG, Houston
  8. Atlanta Hawks (via New Orleans): Mikel Brown Jr., PG, Louisville
  9. Dallas Mavericks: Brayden Burries, SG, Arizona
  10. Milwaukee Bucks: Nate Ament, SF/PF, Tennessee
  11. Golden State Warriors: Karim Lopez, SF/PF, New Zealand Breakers
  12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via LA Clippers): Yaxel Lendeborg, PF/SF, Michigan
  13. Miami Heat: Labaron Philon Jr., PG/SG, Alabama
  14. Charlotte Hornets: Aday Mara, C, Michigan
  15. Chicago Bulls (via Portland): Jayden Quaintance, C, Kentucky
  16. Memphis Grizzlies (via Orlando): Christian Anderson, PG, Texas Tech
  17. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Philadelphia): Hannes Steinbach, PF/C, Washington
  18. Charlotte Hornets (via New Orleans): Cameron Carr, SG/SF, Baylor
  19. Toronto Raptors: Chris Cenac Jr., PF/C, Houston
  20. San Antonio Spurs (via Atlanta): Morez Johnson Jr., PF/C, Michigan
  21. Detroit Pistons (via Minnesota): Bennett Stirtz, PG, Iowa
  22. Philadelphia 76ers (via Houston): Allen Graves, PF, Santa Clara
  23. Atlanta Hawks (via Cleveland): Isaiah Evans, SG, Duke
  24. New York Knicks: Koa Peat, PF/SF, Arizona
  25. Los Angeles Lakers: Henri Veesaar, C, North Carolina
  26. Denver Nuggets: Dailyn Swain, SG/SF, Texas
  27. Boston Celtics: Amari Allen, SF/PF, Alabama
  28. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Detroit): Ebuka Okorie, PG, Stanford
  29. Cleveland Cavaliers (via San Antonio): Meleek Thomas, PG/SG, Arkansas
  30. Dallas Mavericks (via Oklahoma City): Joshua Jefferson, SF/PF, Iowa State

• Wizards, Jazz Open To Trading Down From Top Two Picks After NBA Draft Lottery

  Washington Wizards president Michael Winger confirmed Sunday that the franchise will consider trading down from the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, while Utah Jazz president Austin Ainge said the Jazz are also open to moving back from the second selection.

  "We're open," Ainge said. "We'll always listen."

  Winger was direct about Washington's position, saying this is "not a savior moment" for the Wizards given the franchise recently acquired former All-Stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis while also accumulating multiple recent lottery picks. He noted that general manager Will Dawkins will not rule out trading down if he identifies two or three players worth targeting lower in the draft.

  The question of whether Utah can still land consensus top prospect AJ Dybantsa looms over any potential trade. The Jazz complicated their draft positioning with their February trade to acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies.

  Ainge notably was part of the Boston Celtics front office that traded down from No. 1 in 2017, allowing the Philadelphia 76ers to select Markelle Fultz while the Celtics landed Jayson Tatum at No. 3.

  Memphis holds the No. 3 pick and is widely expected to stay put. Grizzlies president Zach Kleiman has a history of trading up rather than down, most recently moving up to select Cedric Coward at No. 11 last June. The early consensus around the league suggests Memphis will likely see at least two of Kansas' Darryn Peterson, Duke's Cameron Boozer and North Carolina's Caleb Wilson available at No. 3.

  Those three players, along with Dybantsa, form a widely agreed-upon top four.

  "I wasn't really worried about picks 14 to 3," Dybantsa told reporters after the lottery concluded, revealing his expectation of being a top-two pick in the draft.

  The conventional wisdom amongst insiders is that while teams in the top-4 could shuffle amongst each other, it is highly unlikely any team would be willing to move out of the top-4 altogether.

• 2026 NBA Draft Lottery: Wizards At No. 1, Ahead Of Jazz, Grizzlies, Bulls

  The Washington Wizards, who had the best odds at 14 percent, have won the lottery and the No. 1 overall pick. The Utah Jazz will hold the No. 2 pick ahead of the Memphis Grizzlies at No. 3 and the Chicago Bulls at No. 4.

  The Indiana Pacers were fifth and must convey their selection to the Los Angeles Clippers as part of the Ivica Zubac trade at the deadline.

  The top four picks are expected to be some combination of AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. The 2026 draft has also became touted for its depth, especially at guard with the likes of Darius Acuff Jr., Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, Mikel Brown Jr. and Brayden Burries.

  Out of all the teams in the lottery, the Jazz were most tightly connected to Dybantsa who has surpassed Peterson on many teams draft boards. But the Wizards will dictate how the draft plays out as they have a challenging decision to make at No. 1. The Wizards made a pair of trades for veteran All-Stars this season in Trae Young and then Anthony Davis.

  The Wizards previously won the lottery in 2001 (Kwame Brown) and 2010 (John Wall). The Jazz had never previously moved up in the draft lottery.

  2026 NBA Draft Lottery Results

  1. Washington Wizards
  2. Utah Jazz
  3. Memphis Grizzlies
  4. Chicago Bulls
  5. Los Angeles Clippers (via Indiana Pacers)
  6. Brooklyn Nets
  7. Sacramento Kings
  8. Atlanta Hawks
  9. Dallas Mavericks
  10. Milwaukee Bucks
  11. Golden State Warriors
  12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via LA Clippers)
  13. Miami Heat
  14. Charlotte Hornets

• Raptors Pursued Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade At Deadline But Couldn't Move Jakob Poeltl's $104M Deal

  The Toronto Raptors made a serious push to acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies before the February trade deadline, but were unable to complete a deal due to the burden of Jakob Poeltl's remaining contract, according to multiple league sources.

  Memphis ultimately sent Jackson to the Utah Jazz in a package that included three first-round picks. Toronto's pursuit stalled over its inability to find a taker for Poeltl's four-year, $104 million commitment.

  The 30-year-old Austrian center was sidelined for an extended stretch with back problems at the time of the deadline, making his contract one of the least attractive in the league. Interest from other teams was minimal.

  Poeltl's availability improved after the All-Star break and he played through the postseason without issue. However, his performance against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round raised fresh concerns, as he appeared overmatched in his first playoff appearance in six seasons.

  The failed Jackson pursuit illustrates the broader challenge facing general manager Bobby Webster this offseason. Several large contracts, including Immanuel Quickley's four years and $130 million and Brandon Ingram's two years and $82 million, continue to limit Toronto's ability to reshape its roster. The Raptors signed Poeltl to his extension just last offseason.

  The Raptors also pursued a trade for Anthony Davis with the Dallas Mavericks, but the required salaries they would have to send out made it challenging to execute. Davis was instead traded to the Washington Wizards for expiring contracts.

  The Raptors finished the regular season 46-11 before falling to the Cavaliers in seven games, with Scottie Barnes averaging 24.1 points, 8.6 assists and 6.1 rebounds in the series.

• NBA Scheduled To Hold 2026 Draft Pick Tiebreakers On Monday

  The NBA is set to hold tiebreakers for selections in the 2026 NBA Draft on Monday, April 20. If the tie is between lottery teams, these tiebreakers set the order pre-Draft Lottery. The actual lottery odds will be split evenly between the tied teams.

  Non-lottery teams will also have their order decided by the tiebreakers. The second-round draft order will then be the inverse of the first-round.

  The ties to be broken are:

  4/5: Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz

  7/8: Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans*

  16/17/18: Orlando Magic*, Philadelphia 76ers*, Phoenix Suns*

  19/20: Atlanta Hawks* and Toronto Raptors

  22/23: Cleveland Cavaliers* and Houston Rockets*

  24/25: Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks

  *These picks will be conveyed to the following teams:

  New Orleans Pelicans: Atlanta Hawks or Milwaukee Bucks (Atlanta receives the more favorable selection)

  Orlando Magic: Memphis Grizzlies

  Philadelphia 76ers: Oklahoma City Thunder

  Phoenix Suns: Charlotte Hornets

  Atlanta Hawks: San Antonio Spurs

  Cleveland Cavaliers: Atlanta Hawks

  Houston Rockets: Philadelphia 76ers

• How To Watch Jazz Vs Lakers, Live Stream, TV Channel, Predictions

  The 2025-26 NBA regular season reaches its final day this Sunday, April 12, as the Los Angeles Lakers host the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Los Angeles (52-29) enters the night as the 4th seed in the Western Conference, having already clinched the Pacific Division title. Meanwhile, the Jazz (22-59) arrive in Hollywood looking to finish a developmental year with a signature road win.

  The Lakers' primary focus today is health as they navigate a devastating late-season injury crisis. Superstars Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) remain officially sidelined, alongside defensive specialist Marcus Smart (ankle). In their absence, the legendary LeBron James and center Deandre Ayton will carry the load to maintain momentum heading into the playoffs. Catch the action live on Fubo.

  Utah's season has been highlighted by the emergence of young guards like Keyonte George and the continued All-Star production of Lauri Markkanen. Despite their record, the Jazz have proven dangerous in high-tempo games, ranking 3rd in the NBA in pace. With the pressure off, expect Utah to play freely against a thinned-out Lakers rotation.

  The Lakers' defense, which has remained disciplined under coach JJ Redick, will face an aggressive Utah offense that ranks 8th in the league in scoring. You can witness this regular-season finale streaming live on Fubo.

  Los Angeles' ability to dominate the paint through Ayton and Rui Hachimura will be vital, especially with several backcourt stars out. Expect LeBron James to orchestrate the offense in a point-forward role to secure the Lakers' 53rd win of the season. Fubo is your home for the complete broadcast of the finale.

  How to watch Jazz vs. Lakers

  Sunday's matchup will be broadcast locally on KJZZ and Jazz+ (Jazz feed) and Spectrum SportsNet LA (Lakers feed). Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET (5:30 PM PT). Fans can stream the game in high definition on Fubo, which offers access to regional sports networks and national NBA coverage.

  Category	Details
  Date	Sunday, April 12, 2026
  Tip-Off Time	8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT
  TV Channel	KJZZ / SportsNet LA / Fubo
  Live Stream	Fubo
  Venue	Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

  Jazz vs. Lakers Betting Odds & Predictions

  Despite their injury situation, the Lakers enter as favorites at home. Prediction models currently favor Los Angeles to secure a narrow victory in a high-scoring regular-season finale.

  Betting Line	Lakers -5.5
  Over/Under	242.5
  Moneyline	LAL -215 | UTA +180

  Prediction: The Lakers' backcourt depth is tested, but LeBron James' leadership and Ayton's interior advantage should be the deciding factors. Utah will stay close through their 3-point volume, but Los Angeles should pull away late. Final Score: Lakers 124, Jazz 115.

  Individual Matchups: Stars and Playmakers

  The marquee matchup features Los Angeles' LeBron James against Utah's Lauri Markkanen. This clash of high-scoring forwards will dictate the offensive flow for both squads.

  Jazz Key Player Stats (2025-26)	Points	Rebounds	Assists	FG%
  Lauri Markkanen (F)	26.7	6.9	2.1	47.7%
  Keyonte George (G)	23.6	3.7	6.1	45.6%

  The Lakers rely on the legend LeBron James and the rebounding force of Deandre Ayton to anchor their rotation with several stars sidelined.

  Lakers Key Player Stats (2025-26)	Points	Rebounds	Assists	FG%
  LeBron James (F)	21.0	6.1	7.2	51.7%
  Deandre Ayton (C)	12.2	8.0	0.8	66.9%

  Stream the NBA on Fubo

  Fubo is the essential destination for NBA fans. Catch regional sports networks like Spectrum SportsNet LA and KJZZ, plus national broadcasts and premier matchups with the most flexible streaming plans available, ensuring you never miss a highlight from the Jazz or Lakers.

  Fubo: New subscribers can check out current promotions to ensure they have access to local and national NBA coverage for the final day of the regular season. Follow the Lakers as they prepare for the 2026 Playoffs.

  Frequently Asked Questions

  What channel is the Jazz vs. Lakers game on?
  The game will be broadcast locally on KJZZ (Utah) and Spectrum SportsNet LA (Los Angeles). Fans can also stream the action via Fubo.

  Who is on the Lakers injury report?
  The Lakers are officially without Luka Dončić (Grade 2 left hamstring strain), Austin Reaves (left oblique), Marcus Smart (ankle), and Jaxson Hayes (knee).

  What was the score of their last meeting?
  The Lakers defeated the Jazz 110-99 back on February 18, 2026, at the Delta Center.

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• Hayden Gray, Jazz Signing Two-Year Contract

  The Utah Jazz are signing guard Hayden Gray to a two-year contract. Gray spent this season playing for the Maine Celtics of the G League.

  Gray appeared in 48 games for Maine with 23 starts. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.1 steals in 27.9 minutes per game.

  This signing will bring the Jazz back to the maximum of 15 players on standard contracts. Kennedy Chandler's second 10 Day contract with Utah expired after Friday's game.