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4 Prospects the Utah Jazz Could Trade Up to Draft in the Second Round

After landing Darryn Peterson at the top of Tuesday night's first round, the Utah Jazz are heading into day two of the 2026 NBA Draft without a second round at their disposal.

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Evaluation: Darryn Peterson is the capstone of the Utah Jazz rebuild

All in all, it’s just another brick in the wall All in all, you’re just another brick in the wall — Pink Floyd, Another Brick in the Wall, Pt. 2 It would be inappropriate to open this article with anything besides a warm welcome to the newest member of the Utah Jazz, Darryn Peterson.

Utah Jazz News / HITC / June 24

The problem Darryn Peterson is already facing at Utah Jazz after NBA Draft

Darryn Peterson was selected with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and the Utah Jazz are banking on him becoming the franchise cornerstone they’ve been chasing for years.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 24

Biggest Winners & Losers From Utah Jazz's Darryn Peterson Selection

The Utah Jazz made their long-awaited selection with their second-overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft official by taking Kansas guard Darryn Peterson as the franchise's newest cornerstone.

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6 Things Darryn Peterson Had to Say After Being Drafted to Utah Jazz

After a long, weeks-long stretch of waiting, the Utah Jazz finally landed on Kansas guard Darryn Peterson as their second-overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft–– giving the roster a true cornerstone piece to add into their backcourt.

Utah Jazz News / HITC / June 24

Darryn Peterson made bold promise to the Utah Jazz before NBA draft

Darryn Peterson has already made a huge promise to the Utah Jazz in the 2026 NBA Draft. Since ending the Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert experiment, the Utah Jazz have been in search of their next franchise-altering star.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / June 24

NBA Notes: Jazz, Darryn Peterson, Grizzlies, Cameron Boozer, Cavs

Darryn Peterson hasn’t forgotten the draft process. The Jazz selected Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick, and while many evaluators viewed him as one of the elite prospects in the class, the former Kansas star made it clear he believes he should have gone first.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has some serious goals for rookie season in Utah

Darryn Peterson wasted little time setting high expectations after becoming the Utah Jazz’s No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson, a one-and-done

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'I Can See The Kobe (Bryant)': NBA Legend Reacts to Darryn Peterson Getting Picked at No.2 By Jazz

The Utah Jazz made a major splash in the 2026 NBA Draft by selecting explosive Kansas guard Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick. With the top-two spot predictions always swinging between AJ Dybantsa and Peterson, this move sparked the hype train among NBA veterans.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Jazz No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson reacts to securing ‘top-5 richest rookie shoe deal’ with Adidas

The Utah Jazz have made their selection at the 2026 NBA Draft in Kansas Jayhawks’ Darryn Peterson at No. 2 overall. Alongside No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa out of BYU, Darryn Peterson was widely regarded as the best player in this year’s draft class.

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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.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Why Lakers insider is so bummed out about Darryn Peterson to Jazz

The Utah Jazz might finally be on the rise heading into the fifth year of their rebuild. They selected Darryn Peterson with the second overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft, and this could be a huge get considering how Peterson was in contention to go first overall all season long.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Jaren Jackson Jr.’s reaction to Jazz’s Darryn Peterson pick says it all

It is safe to say that Jaren Jackson Jr. is loving the Utah Jazz’s decision to go with Darryn Peterson in the 2026 NBA Draft. Shortly after the Jazz made the former Kansas Jayhawks basketball star the second pick overall, Jackson sent out a social media post showing his feelings about that move.

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AJ Dybantsa drafted by Wizards has Jazz NBA Draft watch party exiting early

A lot of hype and speculation has surrounded this year’s NBA Draft. The Utah Jazz held the No. 2 overall pick on Tuesday night, with many fans hoping that AJ Dybantsa would still be available.

Utah Jazz News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Darryn Peterson’s bizarre path to Jazz with No. 2 pick after Kansas, pre-draft drama

The Utah Jazz did their due diligence in scouting the top prospects from the 2026 NBA Draft, knowing that they were in a position with the second overall pick to get a franchise player.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Jazz select Darryn Peterson with No. 2 pick of NBA Draft

After the Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa first overall, the Jazz have made Kansas guard Darryn Peterson the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft.

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Darryn Peterson speaks out on controversial decision to snub Jazz workout

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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.

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.

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 / 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.