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The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz
How many of the players to be taken second-overall in each NBA Draft since the lottery era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?
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.
The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?
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.
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 / 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
Kobe Bryant News / EssentiallySports / June 24
'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
How Darryn Peterson will make Jazz a playoff team in rookie season
The Utah Jazz drafted a closer on Tuesday night. Taking Darryn Peterson at No. 2 ends the rebuild talk for good. The 19-year-old guard out of Kansas arrives in Salt Lake City as the most polished scorer in his class, a 6-foot-6 creator who poured in 20.2 points a game as a freshman, the most ever by a Jayhawk first-year.
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.
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.
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
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.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
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.
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 / 5 GOATs / June 23
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.
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.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 15
Latest report indicates Darryn Peterson is confident he will go No. 1 overall in 2026 NBA Draft — but that's not a certainty
Peterson seems to be drawing the line in the sand at pick No. 1 ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.
The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz
How many of the players to lead the NBA in blocks-per-game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in seven minutes?
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