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Darryn Peterson drafted by Utah Jazz: Analysis, contract details, more

Considered one of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, Darryn Peterson is off the board. The Utah Jazz selected him with the No. 2 overall pick. Peterson was one of the highest-rated recruits from the 2026 recruiting cycle.

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Jazz Draft: Darryn Peterson is headed to Utah with the No. 2 pick

With the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Jazz have selected Darryn Peterson, the 6-foot-6 guard out of Kansas who averaged 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 23

Utah Jazz's Direction for the No. 2 Pick Is Becoming Clear

The Utah Jazz are just hours away from the 2026 NBA Draft to determine who will be their franchise's next cornerstone piece to add into their exciting core with their second-overall pick on the board.

Walker Kessler News / SLC Dunk / June 23

Latest Utah Jazz NBA Draft Intel and Rumors

It’s Draft Day Eve! With less than 24 hours left before the NBA Draft, there are more news and rumors that continue to leak out about both the potential pick for Utah, as well as with the Walker Kessler situation.

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Utah Jazz News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Darryn Peterson speaks out on controversial decision to snub Jazz workout

Darryn Peterson has cleared the air on his decision to snub the Utah Jazz and other teams at the top of the NBA draft. The Kansas Jayhawks star only worked out for the Washington Wizards, who hold the No.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 22

Utah Jazz NBA Draft Rumors: What’s Real, What’s Smoke, & What to Watch

The Utah Jazz are now counting down the hours before the 2026 NBA Draft officially kicks off, where they'll be able to make their long-awaited decision about who will be their selection at the second-overall pick.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 22

Darryn Peterson meets with Jazz, but there’s a catch

The Utah Jazz are just over 24 hours away from the 2026 NBA Draft, where they will have the number two overall pick. Many anticipate that the Jazz will select former Kansas point guard Darryn Peterson at the slot, with the Washington Wizards expected to select AJ Dybantsa out of BYU at number one.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 21

4 Burning Questions for the Utah Jazz Ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

The Utah Jazz are now just days away from arriving to the 2026 NBA Draft. And as the time winds down before they're officially on the clock, they're still faced with several burning questions to be answered about how their action could unfold come Tuesday night.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 20

One Realistic Trade That Could Get Utah Jazz a 2nd Round Draft Pick

Heading into next week's 2026 NBA Draft, much talk has surrounded how the Utah Jazz will approach the first round of their draft with their prized number-two selection; the highest the team has been picking in the draft in over 40 years.

Draymond Green News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 19

Draymond Green Sets the Record Straight on Jazz-Darryn Peterson Buzz

Earlier this week in the final days leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft, it was learned that the Utah Jazz–– who hold the second-overall pick on the board–– would not get to see one of this year's top prospects, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, up close and in a pre-draft workout.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 19

Utah Jazz's Dreams of Drafting AJ Dybantsa Are Becoming More Real

It's starting to look like the Utah Jazz have a better chance at landing BYU's AJ Dybantsa with the number-two pick from what was initially thought. That's because the Washington Wizards could be slowly creeping towards a real likelihood of selecting Kansas guard Darryn Peterson with the number-one overall pick.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Utah Jazz News / HITC / June 18

Cam Boozer’s link to the Jazz could point to their real plan for pick No. 2

For months now, the talk surrounding the Utah Jazz and the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft has revolved around a single question: which prospect offers the most potential?

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 18

NBA Rumors: Jazz, Walker Kessler, Pistons, Malik Beasley, Nuggets

Walker Kessler wants everyone to know one thing — he isn’t looking for a way out of Utah. Amid reports suggesting he’s frustrated with contract negotiations and unhappy with the way talks have unfolded, Kessler took to social media to push back on the notion that he wants to leave the Jazz.

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Walker Kessler News / The Lead / June 18

Is Walker Kessler’s Time with the Utah Jazz Over?

A recent report from Sam Amick of The Athletic states that Walker Kessler “is strongly considering the prospect of a basketball future outside Utah.” Amick, a senior NBA writer for The Athletic, has covered the Association for the better part of two decades.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 17

NBA Rumors: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Clippers, draft pick, Nets

The Jazz continue to keep their options open at No. 2 overall. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, one reason Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has not worked out for Utah is because his camp reportedly has concerns about a potential overlap with young guard Keyonte George.

Walker Kessler News / Hoops Rumors / June 17

Jazz Have Reportedly Offered Kessler Five Years, $140MM

The Jazz have put a five-year contract offer on the table for restricted free agent center Walker Kessler, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, who reports that the proposal is worth $140MM.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / June 16

Jazz still sorting through choices at No. 2

The Jazz may own the No. 2 pick in the NBA Draft, but that doesn’t mean they know exactly what they’re doing with it. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Utah remains undecided as the draft approaches and is still evaluating several possibilities near the top of the board.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

NBA insider reveals uncertainty surrounding Utah Jazz draft choice

The Utah Jazz hold the No. 2 overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA draft, but they reportedly are unsure of which player to take. The decision will likely come down to Cameron Boozer, AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson, although one of the latter two is expected to go first overall to the Washington Wizards.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / June 16

Jazz Are Torn, Weighing Options With Second Pick

The Jazz are in an enviable position, with the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, which is considered to have three very high-level prospects at the top.

Utah Jazz News / HITC / June 16

Utah Jazz’s choice remains clear despite Darryn Peterson’s preference

Darryn Peterson’s approach ahead of the NBA Draft has become a major talking point, especially after reports emerged that he limited his pre-draft process to just the Washington Wizards.

Utah Jazz News / Draft Nation / June 16

2026 NBA Draft Needs: Utah Jazz

The Utah Jazz just missed out on the number one overall pick, but getting their choice of several blue-chip prospects is not a bad consolation prize. The

Utah Jazz News / NBA Analysis Network / June 16

Darryn Peterson may not want Utah, but the Jazz still have one obvious decision

Darryn Peterson’s pre-draft strategy has become one of the biggest talking points heading into next week’s NBA Draft. The Kansas star reportedly limited his pre-draft process to the Washington Wizards, declining workouts with other teams and fueling speculation about where he hopes to begin his NBA career.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / June 15

Walker Kessler unhappy with Jazz’s handling of free agency

The Jazz and center Walker Kessler have long seemed like a natural fit. Lately, though, there may be some tension. Per Sam Amick of The Athletic, Kessler has become increasingly frustrated with Utah’s handling of his contract situation as he approaches restricted free agency.