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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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 / Utah Jazz on SI / May 29

Ranking Every Top 5 Draft Pick in Utah Jazz History

Thanks to a little bit of luck in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, the Utah Jazz will have their first top-three pick in 15 years, but also their second top-five pick of the last two summers by landing the number-two overall pick for later this June.

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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.

Walker Kessler News / SLC Dunk / May 29

Reports: Walker Kessler expected to re-sign with Utah Jazz

One of the biggest question marks headed into the NBA’s offseason looks to have been answered before the Finals are even set. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, who is set to be a restricted free agent this summer, is expected to re-sign and stay in Utah.

Walker Kessler News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 28

Walker Kessler's Next Utah Jazz Contract Just Got a New Price Tag

One of the Utah Jazz's top priorities entering this offseason will be hashing out a new contract for big man Walker Kessler. Kessler, who's coming off the fourth year of his rookie deal, is due for a new payday.

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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 / SLC Dunk / May 28

Why Darryn Peterson Might Be The Perfect Franchise Player For Utah

Before the college season started, Darryn Peterson was considered by most draft experts as the consensus #1 pick. His high school tape is as good as any guard prospect we’ve seen with his combination of physical tools, skill level, and production.

Keyonte George News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 27

What Keyonte George's Extension With Utah Jazz Could Look Like

The Utah Jazz have two key cornerstones of their future who are due for a new contract later this summer. The first is their center and defensive anchor,

Jock Landale News / Utah Jazz on SI / May 27

Jock Landale Was Furious With Utah Jazz After Being Abruptly Traded

During this year's trade deadline, the Utah Jazz made their big blockbuster swing with the Memphis Grizzlies by acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr., along with three other players in what was their biggest deal made since their Donovan Mitchell trade in 2022.

NBA News / SLC Dunk / May 27

The team that all Utah Jazz fans should keep an eye on: The Cleveland Cavaliers

Four seasons, two rebrands, two top-five picks and one worst record in the league have transpired, and now, the Utah Jazz have come through the other side of the rebuild with a team that looks ready to compete in 2026-27.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / May 26

Why the Jazz landing the No. 2 pick is a franchise-changing moment

On May 10th, 2026, the Utah Jazz won the No. 2 pick at the NBA Draft Lottery. Marking the first time in Jazz history they’ve moved up in the lottery, it’s been a little over two weeks since the Jazz were able to move up.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25

How lottery reform will impact Grizzlies-Jazz Jaren Jackson Jr. trade

The NBA is hoping to implement new proposed lottery reforms as soon as the 2026-27 season. The reforms will be voted on this week by the league’s owners, and if they pass, it could certainly alter how teams approach tanking moving forward.

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.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / May 18

Jazz Considered ‘Unlikely’ To Trade Up From No. 2 To No. 1

The Jazz, who hold the No. 2 pick in next month’s draft, have reportedly reached out to the Wizards about the possibility of acquiring the No. 1 overall selection.