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AJ Dybantsa, the top-ranked player in the class of 2025, is gearing up for a busy fall as he schedules official visits to six major basketball programs. The 6-foot-9 scoring wing from Brockton, Massachusetts, has drawn considerable attention with his exceptional skills and potential, and his upcoming visits are highly anticipated by college basketball enthusiasts.
Dybantsa has narrowed his list of potential college destinations to seven programs: Alabama, Auburn, Baylor, Brigham Young University (BYU), Kansas, Kansas State, and North Carolina. He has already completed an official visit to Auburn in early March and is now preparing for a series of visits this fall.
According to his father, Dybantsa’s schedule includes trips to Kansas State on August 30, Kansas on September 6, North Carolina on September 20, Alabama on September 27, Baylor on October 4, and BYU on October 11.
Dybantsa’s impressive physique and skill set have garnered significant attention. As a potential No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, he stands out with his size and versatility.
According to 247Sports’ director of scouting, Adam Finkelstein, Dybantsa is a “6-foot-9 jumbo wing” with a wingspan exceeding 7 feet and an evolving 200-plus-pound frame. His advanced scoring ability and high basketball IQ make him a formidable prospect. Finkelstein’s summer scouting report highlights Dybantsa’s lethal pull-up game, high release, and smooth ball rotation. Despite being a celebrated prospect since before high school, Dybantsa has consistently improved his game, avoiding the pitfalls of early stardom.
In 2023, Dybantsa led the Peach Jam in scoring as an underclassman, showcasing his offensive prowess and hinting at his potential on defense. His size and movement skills have led to flashes of untapped defensive potential, making him an even more intriguing prospect.
As Dybantsa embarks on this crucial phase of his recruitment, his visits will provide insights into where he might continue his basketball career. Each program on his list has its unique appeal, and his upcoming tours will undoubtedly play a significant role in shaping his decision.
For now, college basketball fans and analysts will closely follow Dybantsa’s visits and recruitment process, eagerly anticipating which program will ultimately secure the commitment of one of the most promising young talents in the sport.
