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AJ Dybantsa Leaves Wizards Preseason Finale With Ankle Injury

By Hugo Brennan

AJ Dybantsa Leaves Wizards Preseason Finale With Ankle Injury

AJ Dybantsa’s preseason finale ended early after the Wizards’ No. 1 overall pick hurt his ankle on an awkward landing.

What happened

  1. Dybantsa sustained the injury during Washington’s final preseason game.
  2. The rookie left the floor and did not return after the awkward landing.
  3. The Wizards will conduct additional testing and evaluation on his ankle.

Washington has not yet provided a timetable for Dybantsa’s return. The club’s next update will determine whether the injury affects his availability heading into the regular season.