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The Utah Jazz recently took a step into the future by selecting point guard Darryn Peterson with the number two overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson figures to be a day one starter for the Jazz as they look to work their way out of the NBA basement and toward contention.

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2 Jazz Players Whose Futures Just Got More Uncertain After NBA Draft

The Utah Jazz have officially wrapped up their 2026 NBA Draft by striking gold on one of the best players in this year's class, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who now joins this roster as a pivotal cornerstone in the backcourt for the foreseeable future.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 25

NBA Draft Grades Roundup

The Utah Jazz are coming away with one of the greatest draft opportunities in all of team history. The #2 pick could not have happened in a more talented draft.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 24

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.

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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 24

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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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

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.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 24

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 / SLC Dunk / June 24

First Round Draft Recap – Darryn Peterson brings hope to Salt Lake City

The 2026 NBA Draft will go down in the history books for the Utah Jazz. It really was a long time coming. Tonight, they selected their first top-2 pick since the 1980 Darrell Griffith selection.

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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.

Utah Jazz News / SLC Dunk / June 23

Jazz Draft: Darryn Peterson is headed to Utah with the No. 2 pick

With the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Jazz have selected Darryn Peterson, the 6-foot-6 guard out of Kansas who averaged 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.

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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Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 23

Instant Grade: Utah Jazz Draft Darryn Peterson With No. 2 Pick

After a weeks-long wait following the Utah Jazz hitting big with the second-overall pick in the lottery, their selection for their highest spot on the board in over 40 years is official: Darryn Peterson is headed to Salt Lake City.

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.

Utah Jazz News / HITC / June 18

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?

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.

Utah Jazz News / NBA Analysis Network / June 17

The Utah Jazz’s Cam Boozer interest may reveal their real plan at No. 2

For months, the debate around the Utah Jazz and the No. 2 pick has centered on one question: who has the highest ceiling? AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cam Boozer each have supporters, and each has a legitimate argument to go near the top of the 2026 NBA Draft.

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.

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 / 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 / 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.