Darryn Peterson’s Kobe Bryant mic drop at Summer League

Darryn Peterson has already made a name for himself during the NBA Summer League. The No.2 pick by the Utah Jazz is averaging 26.5 points, 7.0 assists, and 3.5 rebounds through four games in Salt Lake City and Las Vegas.

He scored 28 points against the Atlanta Hawks on July 4. Peterson followed up with a double-double of 25 points and 12 rebounds against the Memphis Grizzlies on July 6. Then, Peterson scored 24 points against the Washington Wizards on July 9. He scored 23 points against the Los Angeles Clippers on July 12.

Altogether, Peterson shot 52.8% from the field and 43.8% from the 3-point line.

All the while, Peterson kept Kobe Bryant’s spirit alive throughout these games.

His admiration for the “Black Mamba” was on display when he was asked about his approach to defense, Full Court Pass.

When the reporter asked him, “What’s your defensive mentality out there right now?” Peterson said, “Kobe.”