Washington Wizards win first pick in 2026 NBA draft

The wizards won the NBA draft lottery Sunday, earning them the first overall pick in June’s NBA draft.

CHICAGO — The Washington Wizards won the NBA draft lottery Sunday, earning them the first overall pick in June’s NBA draft.

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The Wizards entered with a 14% chance at the No. 1 selection. The lottery was held at Navy Pier in Chicago, with executives from all 14 lottery teams and 16 reporters present.

Washington and the Utah Jazz landed picks No. 1 and No. 2.