Nets Beat Wizards as Dybantsa Scores 14 Points

Brooklyn defeated Washington 131-122 in an NBA preseason game on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Capital One Arena, handing the Wizards a loss in their penultimate exhibition contest. According to Bleacher Report, rookie AJ Dybantsa finished with a productive performance after a slow start, while Trae Young recorded a double-double despite Washington playing without Anthony Davis. Dybantsa's latest outing continued his run of double-digit scoring performances as he prepares for his first NBA regular-season appearance.

The top pick in the 2026 NBA draft scored 11 points in his preseason debut last week before adding 14 points against the Detroit Pistons, according to Bleacher Report. The former BYU star led the nation in scoring last season, but adapting to NBA-level defenses remains part of his transition to professional basketball. His first three preseason appearances have provided opportunities to gain experience against established NBA competition.

Washington has built its roster around veteran talent and promising young players as it continues its rebuilding process. Young and Davis headline the experienced group, while Dybantsa represents a central part of the team's young core.

Young recorded a double-double in the loss to Brooklyn, according to Bleacher Report. Washington was without Davis for the matchup, leaving the Wizards to evaluate their lineup without one of their prominent veteran players. The Wizards entered the preseason with hopes of developing their young roster while assessing how their established players fit alongside emerging talent. Their performance against Brooklyn came as the team continued preparations for the 2026-27 regular season.

Washington will play its final preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, October 16, according to Bleacher Report. The Wizards are scheduled to open their regular-season campaign against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 21.