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Darryn Peterson Has Chance to Start Day 1 if Utah Jazz Draft Him

While there's still a good chunk of time before the Utah Jazz make their second-overall draft selection official, the consensus seems to believe that their ultimate selection will end up being Kansas guard Darryn Peterson.

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How Darryn Peterson Fits With Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Keyonte George

The Utah Jazz are working towards the most important draft in team history this month and the selection will come down to either AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 3

The Jazz need to take a glance at these five first-round prospects

I’m sure all of us are still intoxicated after the Jazz stole the show and acquired the second overall pick in this year’s NBA draft, despite the firm adamance of Wizards fans that the Jazz are miserable unless they move on from rookie Ace Bailey.

NBA News / SLC Dunk / June 3

Last but Not Least: 5 Second Round Sleepers the Jazz Could Trade For

The Jazz are set to have quite a good day this coming June 23rd – having tanked their way into the 2nd overall pick, the night of the first round of the NBA draft will be one of celebration and championship fantasizing.

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Walker Kessler News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 3

Utah Jazz, Walker Kessler Contract Talks Just Got More Complicated

Heading into the Utah Jazz's offseason, one of their top priorities will be to re-sign their restricted free agent center, Walker Kessler. After being

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

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 2

Jazz appear ready to move beyond rebuild, focus on winning

The Jazz spent the past several years focused on the future. According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, that approach is about to change. As Jones writes, there is a growing belief within the organization that Utah is finally ready to move beyond its rebuilding phase and begin pushing toward meaningful contention in the Western Conference.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 2

Utah Jazz's Draft Plans Are Coming Into Focus With No. 2 Pick

There's been much conversation surrounding the Utah Jazz and their number-two overall pick since they were lucky enough to jump up in the draft lottery earlier last month. As to which top prospect they'll end up with once they're on the clock later this month still remains to be seen.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 2

Jazz Bring in BYU Standout for Draft Workout–– And It's Not AJ Dybantsa

The Utah Jazz are continuing their pre-draft workout process by bringing in another notable name from BYU. Earlier this week, it was reported that the Jazz had brought in BYU star and projected top pick AJ Dybantsa for a pre-draft workout as expected ahead of the draft later this month.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2

Jusuf Nurkic slammed for calling his former head coach an ‘alcohol addict’

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic had a telling revelation about his former head coach during his time with the Phoenix Suns. During a recent appearance on

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 2

Should The Jazz Draft For Upside Or Fit?

It’s been almost three weeks since the NBA Lottery, when the #2 pick was given to the Utah Jazz. My guess is that a lot of Jazz fans were preparing themselves for disappointment, as always.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 1

Utah Jazz Take Crucial Step in Scouting AJ Dybantsa Before Draft

In the weeks ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 NBA Draft, the Utah Jazz are deep in their scouting process to unpack what the top of this class has to offer, and evaluate who exactly might be the best available player to take for their number-two overall pick.

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Jazz rumors: No. 2 pick plans crystallize amid AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson debate

The NBA recently implemented new measures to curb tanking moving forward, but it won’t impact the Utah Jazz this season, who were recently awarded the number two pick in the NBA Draft.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 1

Why Cam Boozer Might Be The Perfect Franchise Player For Utah

If you were drafting a player solely on winning, Cam Boozer might be that player. In every competitive league that Boozer has been a part of, he’s been a winner.

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Adem Bona News / Hoops Wire / May 31

NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Sixers, Adem Bona, Grizzlies

The Jazz are moving into the next stage of preparation for the 2026 NBA Draft. According to Sarah Todd of the Deseret News, Utah’s focus now shifts toward medical evaluations and pre-draft workouts as the organization continues gathering information on prospects.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / May 31

Who Gets Bumped? – Projecting the Jazz Rotation with an Incoming Rookie

With all the excitement after the NBA Draft Lottery, and leading up to the NBA Draft, it’s very easy to forget that there is a very fine line we must walk when it comes to our roster.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 31

One Former Utah Jazz Player Is Winning the NBA Finals This Year

The 2026 NBA Finals is officially set. After the San Antonio Spurs put together a Game 7 victory over the reigning champion OKC Thunder, they'll be preparing to face the New York Knicks in a few days’ time for a bit of a flashback to the 1999 NBA Finals' matchup between these same two teams.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 30

Utah Jazz Rumors: Cameron Boozer Emerging as No. 2 Pick Candidate

When surveying around the NBA landscape leading up to the 2026 draft, the general consensus will tell you that the Utah Jazz are most likely to land on one of two players with their second-overall pick on the board between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Hoops Rumors / May 30

Free Agent Jusuf Nurkic Wants To Remain In NBA

Jusuf Nurkic has no intention of leaving the NBA despite a post that hinted he might be interested in going to Europe to continue his career. Nurkic, who will be an unrestricted free agent this summer, made an appearance on the X and O’s Podcast and spoke about the Serbian club Partizan, as relayed by Eurohoops.net.

Walker Kessler News / Total Pro Sports / May 30

Report: Walker Kessler Expected to Land Massive New Utah Jazz Contract

The Utah Jazz will be looking to put their disappointing campaign behind them and start fresh. And to make that happen, the front office will first need to sort out the roster.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 29

Latest Darryn Peterson Update Should Have Jazz Fans Feeling Good

When looking at most mocks leading up to next month's 2026 NBA Draft, a large collective of experts have the Utah Jazz landing on Darryn Peterson with their number-two overall pick; one of the best consensus prospects on the board, and perhaps the best guard coming out of this class entirely.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jazz may want AJ Dybantsa, but Darryn Peterson is who Utah needs

The Utah Jazz recently learned that they will be picking number two in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Since then, reports have emerged, including from ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, that the team has a significant interest in AJ Dybantsa, who is expected to be taken number one by the Washington Wizards.

Utah Jazz News / Stadium Rant / May 22

The Utah Jazz Could Make The Playoffs In 2027

The Utah Jazz have a great opportunity to return to the playoffs for the first time since the 2021-22 season, largely due to their front office. They made the moves to get to where they’re at, and after years of tanking basketball, it seems to be finally paying off.