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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?

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Jazz React Results: Jazz fans have a clear preference at #2

With the NBA Draft less than a week away, the Jazz will have the chance to select one of the best, if not the best, prospects they’ve ever drafted. The best part of this draft is that it counts for the top three picks.

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.

Keyonte George News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 18

Why Not Extending Keyonte George Could Backfire for Utah Jazz

In recent days, the Utah Jazz have seen tons of conversation revolving around their plans for a new contract for big man Walker Kessler, who's slated to enter restricted free agency later next month if unable to come to an agreement in the coming days.

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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.

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 18

Everything Jazz Fans Should Know for NBA Draft: Picks, Targets, Rumors

The Utah Jazz are just a few days away from arriving at the 2026 NBA Draft; a long-awaited moment for the franchise after a gruelling season of losses that's now awarded them the second-overall pick on the board.

Walker Kessler News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 18

Jazz’s Walker Kessler breaks silence over rumored unhappiness with $140 million offer

The NBA offseason is in full swing, and the Utah Jazz have reportedly offered a $14o million deal to Walker Kessler. Now, he has broken his silence about his alleged unhappiness with the offer, according to an Instagram post.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 18

Utah Jazz Reacts: Who should the Jazz draft?

The NBA Draft is less than a week away, and the Utah Jazz have a big decision to make. What’s difficult for the Jazz is that there isn’t an obvious choice between some incredible prospects at the top of the draft: AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cam Boozer.

Walker Kessler News / SLC Dunk / June 18

Jazz Free Agency: Walker Kessler situation update

For the last few days, Jazz fans have been hearing rumor after rumor about the contract negotiations between Walker Kessler and the Utah Jazz. In multiple reports, we heard different updates on how the negotiations had left Kessler and his representation frustrated.

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.

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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.

Kevin Love News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 17

Jazz Might Lose Kevin Love to the Lakers in Free Agency

It looks like the Utah Jazz could be facing some competition on the free agent market when it comes to one of their key veterans from last year's roster.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 17

How Jaren Jackson Jr. Could Lead Utah Jazz to Draft Cameron Boozer

With less than a week to go before the Utah Jazz make their long-awaited decision final for their second-overall pick, the speculation continues to unfold about who might be the prospect they ultimately end up selecting.

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Walker Kessler News / Field Level Media / June 17

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.

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.

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.

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 / 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.