The 2026 NBA draft class hit the floor in Las Vegas last week, following summer league action in California and Salt Lake City. The marquee matchup pitted No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa against No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson, with Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz debuting their top selections.

Dybantsa showcased scoring and defensive potential, scoring 27 points and grabbing seven rebounds in a 92‑88 win over the Jazz, while Peterson posted 24 points but struggled from beyond the arc. Chicago Bulls’ No. 4 pick Caleb Wilson exploded for 35 points in his debut, setting a Las Vegas rookie record.

Other rookies made impressions: Memphis Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer tallied 23 points against the Bulls, LA Clippers’ Keaton Wagler learned the ropes with a 23‑point outing, and Milwaukee Bucks’ Brayden Burries showed defensive promise.

ESPN insiders highlighted defensive emphasis for Dybantsa and the offensive polish of Peterson, while fantasy projections from Andre Snellings suggest monitoring these rookies for early season impact.