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Report: C Walker Kessler rebuffs $140M offer from Jazz

Restricted free agent Walker Kessler and the Utah Jazz remain far apart, despite a five-year, $140 million offer on the table, ESPN reported Wednesday.

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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 / SLC Dunk / June 17

New Draft Intel: A change in the Jazz draft preference?

There’s a lot of intel out there with the NBA Draft just a week away. Here’s a look at all the latest stories revolving around the Jazz. Tony Jones recently reported on the Jazz decision-making process and who they’ll be picking come draft night.

Walker Kessler News / Fadeaway World / June 16

Lakers Are Potential Suitors For Walker Kessler As He Rejects Jazz’s $140 Million Contract Extension Offer

The Lakers have been named among five other teams that are interested in getting Walker Kessler’s services if the Jazz choose to let the restricted free agent go.

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As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

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.

Carlos Boozer News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Jazz rumors: Utah ‘torn’ between AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer with No. 2 pick

The 2026 NBA Draft is one of the most stacked draft classes in recent memory. The top four, in particular, is loaded with what looks like future megastars.

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 / Utah Jazz on SI / June 16

Utah Jazz May Have Seen Darryn Peterson's Workout Decline Coming

Utah Jazz fans were hit with some surprising news earlier this week when it was reported by ESPN's Shams Charania that Kansas guard Darryn Peterson would decide not to work out with any team outside of the Washington Wizards.

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.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

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

Walker Kessler News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Walker Kessler’s Jazz free agency mess of great interest to Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to prioritize finding a long-term answer at center this offseason, and recent developments involving Utah Jazz big man Walker Kessler could be worth monitoring closely.

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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 / NBA Draft on SI / June 16

Assessing the Jazz's Biggest Need at the 2026 NBA Draft

The Utah Jazz have just one pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but it is one of seismic proportions. The second overall selection has the chance to gift this small-market franchise with its next big star, one who could lead the Jazz out of the basement of the NBA.

Walker Kessler News / Total Pro Sports / June 16

Utah Jazz May Have a Bigger Problem on Their Hands as Walker Kessler’s Frustration Reportedly Grows

The Utah Jazz will be the team to watch in the NBA summer. With the likes of Keyonte George and Isaiah Collier making some impressive plays last season, the team showed a lot of promise.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 15

NBA Draft Rumors: Darryn Peterson going #1?

According to Ben Anderson, Darryn Peterson’s camp is “very confident they are going #1,” and this is the reason for the change of plans to work out with the Utah Jazz.

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.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 15

Report: Darryn Peterson prefers Wizards in NBA Draft, hopes to avoid Jazz

Former Kansas guard Darryn Peterson may not control where he’s drafted, but he apparently has some thoughts on where he’d like to end up. According to Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal, Peterson does not plan to work out for the Jazz and would prefer not to land in Utah — even if he’s not selected first overall by the Wizards.

Walker Kessler News / Hoops Rumors / June 15

Jazz’s Walker Kessler Unhappy With Restricted Free Agency Talks

Walker Kessler is unhappy with the Jazz‘s handling of his restricted free agency so far, reports Sam Amick of The Athletic. According to Amick, the Jazz have been leveraging their right of first refusal as a way to minimize Kessler’s market.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 15

Utah Jazz Were 'Blown Away' by This Prospect's Pre-Draft Workout

When it comes to the Utah Jazz's second-overall pick in the draft, much of the conversation has surrounded a group of three players being in play for that selection: AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer.

Utah Jazz News / Total Pro Sports / June 15

Keyonte George Didn’t Hesitate When Asked Which Teammate He’d Never Let Date His Sister

Apparently, Keyonte George does not trust his own teammates in the Utah Jazz. This year, the Jazz acquired George and Isaiah Collier to their backcourt.