The Washington Wizards just picked up a win in their season opener, and Anthony Davis looked incredible. Unfortunately for the Wizards, No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa was unable to take the floor due to an ankle injury. The rookie watched the game from the bench, and with how good Davis looked, Dybantsa should be very excited.
Davis looked like the prime version of himself. He was a monster out there. That’s great news. It’s not always easy for rookies to acclimate to the NBA. But having good players around them makes life easier. If Davis can be a steady force throughout the season – like he was in his Wizards debut – it will make life a lot easier for Dybantsa.
He may have had to watch the game from the bench, but he should be absolutely thrilled with what he saw from Davis.
The better Anthony Davis plays, the less pressure will be on AJ Dybantsa
Davis has struggled with health throughout the years. The Wizards acquired him last season, but he didn’t make his debut for the team until Wednesday night because he wasn’t available.
Washington obviously took a risk in trading for him. But the upside to that risk was on full display in Davis’ debut for the Wizards. He was absolutely incredible against the Milwaukee Bucks.
The veteran big man finished the game with 34 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and one block. He shot 11-of-20 from the field and 1-of-3 from beyond the three-point arc.
That’s the exact type of performance Dybantsa should want to see. Because the more he thrives, especially on the offensive end, the easier life will be for Dybantsa.
Teams are going to be focusing on Davis and Trae Young a lot. Those two guys require a lot of pressure if they are cooking on offense. And Davis was certainly cooking on Wednesday night.
So, if they are drawing the pressure of the defense, that will free up Dybantsa to create his own space. Other teams won’t be able to throw as many great defenders Dybantsa’s way.
Rookies already struggle to keep up with the NBA. The more Davis can help keep defenses from focusing on Dybantsa, the better.
That’s why nights like Davis’ debut should be music to Dybantsa’s ears. Dybantsa should want Davis to be the best version of himself at all times.
Obviously, it’s a long season. Davis isn’t going to average 34 points a night. But the better Davis plays, the easier life should be for Dybantsa.
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