Darryn Peterson projected as top NBA draft pick from Kansas
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Kansas basketball's Darryn Peterson is in contention for the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NBA draft, scheduled for June 23-24. Several sources predict he will be selected second overall, following BYU's AJ Dybantsa at No. 1. Peterson had a strong freshman season, averaging 20.2 points and 4.2 rebounds per game, contributing to his top prospect status despite injury concerns. His performance secured him All-Big 12 Conference second team honors and a spot on the Big 12’s all-freshman team. The draft will clarify his selection position among the top three prospects.
- •Darryn Peterson projected as NBA draft's No. 2 pick by multiple sources.
- •AJ Dybantsa likely to be selected first by Washington.
- •Peterson averaged 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds for Kansas.
- •NBA draft takes place June 23-24.
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — What NBA mock drafts say about Kansas basketball star Darryn Peterson
- 5:22 PMYahoo Sports — Will Kansas basketball’s Darryn Peterson be No. 1 pick in NBA draft?
"Will Darryn Peterson be selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft? Here are some recent projections for the KU basketball freshman.
"KU basketball has a potential No. 1 pick in the NBA draft in Darryn Peterson. When the draft unfolds, though, will he be selected then or later on?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 8:02 AMWhat NBA mock drafts say about Kansas basketball star Darryn Peterson
Will Darryn Peterson be selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft? Here are some recent projections for the KU basketball freshman.
- Yahoo SportsJun 20, 2026, 5:22 PMWill Kansas basketball’s Darryn Peterson be No. 1 pick in NBA draft?
KU basketball has a potential No. 1 pick in the NBA draft in Darryn Peterson. When the draft unfolds, though, will he be selected then or later on?
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