Darryn Peterson refuses workout with Jazz ahead of NBA draft

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Darryn Peterson refuses workout with Jazz ahead of NBA draft
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Darryn Peterson has declined to work out with the Utah Jazz, who hold the No. 2 pick in the upcoming NBA draft. This situation echoes last year's refusal by Ace Bailey, who turned down a workout when the team had the No. 5 pick. The Jazz are now faced with the challenge of evaluating their draft strategy without Peterson's input. The move raises questions about players' engagement in pre-draft evaluations and team assessments as the draft approaches.

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  • Darryn Peterson refuses to work out with the Utah Jazz.
  • Jazz hold the No. 2 pick in the upcoming NBA draft.
  • Ace Bailey also refused to work out for Jazz last year.
  • This decision complicates the Jazz's player evaluation process.
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