Dad-Driven Rise: AJ Dybantsa Pursues No. 1 in 2026 NBA Draft
BYU star AJ Dybantsa, a top 2026 NBA draft prospect, argues he should be the No. 1 pick after leading NCAA Division I in scoring (25.5 ppg) and earning major honors. In a pre-draft Andscape interview, he highlights his versatility from guard to forward, his impact off the court through community work, and his business setup led by his father Ace Dybantsa Sr. with support from Leonard Armato, including NIL deals with Nike, Red Bull and Fanatics amid NIL scrutiny. The piece also covers the draft-night uncertainty and Dybantsa’s aim to carry his family name to the NBA.