Jazz Take Darryn Peterson at No. 2 in Effort to Close the Gap with Thunder, Northwest Division Foes
- The 2026 NBA Draft begins today in New York City at 7 p.m., with the Washington Wizards facing a central question: selecting Kansas guard Darryn Peterson or BYU's AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick.
- Peterson declared for the draft on April 24 after missing 11 games during his freshman season at Kansas due to hamstring and ankle injuries, cramping, and flu-like symptoms that limited his playing time.
- Despite the missed time, Peterson averaged 20.2 points and 4.2 rebounds per game, arguably the most impressive freshman season statistically for any Kansas men's basketball player this century, earning All-Big 12 Freshman Team honors.
- ESPN insider Shams Charania reported on June 15 that Peterson planned only Wizards meetings, but he disclosed yesterday at NBA Draft media day that he also interviewed with the Utah Jazz over the weekend.
- Betting markets favor Dybantsa at-550 on DraftKings while Peterson sits at +475, yet ESPN NBA Draft analyst Jeremy Woo ranked Peterson No. 1 on his final board just days ago, underscoring the uncertainty.
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Jazz take Darryn Peterson at No. 2 in effort to close the gap with Thunder, Northwest Division foes
Darryn Peterson couldn’t mask his feelings after being taken by Utah with the No. 2 overall pick in the NBA draft on Tuesday night. His grandfather was crying. His mom was crying. So the Kansas standout got a little emotional,…
Utah Jazz Rookie Darryn Peterson Sends Warning For No. 1 Pick AJ Dybantsa
The Utah Jazz selected Kansas guard Darryn Peterson as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson, who had been trying to be the No. 1 pick during the draft process, felt that is something that would fuel him the rest of his NBA career. In an interview with 97.5 The KSL Sports Zone, Peterson said he would carry the fact that he did not go No. 1 in this yearâs draft, hoping he would take it out of Dybantsa and the rest of the league. âI…
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Independent EspañolUtah Jazz selected Darryn Peterson as his new promise in the NBA draft. The young escort, known for his explosiveness and natural talent, hopes to contribute to the team with his skill and game vision.Peterson, who impressed the team with his work ethic and confidence, was chosen despite previous concerns about his health. Utah trusts in his potential and plans to see him shine in the summer league.
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