Darryn Peterson selected by Jazz as No. 2 pick in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Darryn Peterson, a guard from Kansas, was chosen by the Utah Jazz with the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, held on June 24. Peterson was considered a candidate for the No. 1 overall pick but ultimately fell after BYU's AJ Dybantsa went first to the Washington Wizards. His performance at Kansas raised some questions about his consistency and availability, as he played limited minutes and missed several games due to cramping issues. Despite these concerns, Peterson's scoring ability and defensive potential have generated considerable enthusiasm for his future in the league.
- •Peterson averaged 20.2 points per game at Kansas.
- •He shot 43.8% from the field and 38.2% from three-point range.
- •Concerns about his conditioning and performance during critical moments were noted.
- •He holds the potential for significant contributions on offense and defense in the NBA.
- 2:19 AMYahoo Sports — The Utah Jazz get their guard in Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 pick in the NBA draft
- 1:37 AMESPN — Jayhawks' Peterson lands with Jazz at No. 2 pick
- 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Jazz draft Kansas guard Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick
- 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Darryn Peterson selected No. 2 overall in 2026 NBA Draft by Utah Jazz
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Jazz take Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 pick
- 12:17 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Draft: Kansas guard Darryn Peterson selected No. 2 by Utah Jazz
"After a trip to Canton, Ohio last weekend, the Utah Jazz felt more confident than ever in drafting Darryn Peterson. Utah chose Peterson, a 6-foot-6 guard from Kansas, with the second pick of the NBA draft on Tuesday night. “I want to show that burst that I’ve gotten back to after the season,” Peterson said.
"Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had been considered a potential No. 1 overall pick, wound up with the Jazz as the second pick of the 2026 NBA draft.
"Darryn Peterson will be playing his pro ball in Utah after the Jazz made him the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 2:19 AMThe Utah Jazz get their guard in Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 pick in the NBA draft
After a trip to Canton, Ohio last weekend, the Utah Jazz felt more confident than ever in drafting Darryn Peterson. Utah chose Peterson, a 6-foot-6 guard from Kansas, with the second pick of the NBA draft on Tuesday night. “I want to show that burst that I’ve gotten back to after the season,” Peterson said.
- ESPNJun 24, 2026, 1:37 AMJayhawks' Peterson lands with Jazz at No. 2 pick
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had been considered a potential No. 1 overall pick, wound up with the Jazz as the second pick of the 2026 NBA draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:25 AMJazz draft Kansas guard Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick
The Jazz on Tuesday selected Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:19 AMDarryn Peterson selected No. 2 overall in 2026 NBA Draft by Utah Jazz
Darryn Peterson will be playing his pro ball in Utah after the Jazz made him the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:18 AMJazz take Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 pick
Jazz take Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 pick
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:17 AMNBA Draft: Kansas guard Darryn Peterson selected No. 2 by Utah Jazz
Peterson arrives to the NBA with All-NBA upsdie but questions about his motor and basketball drive.
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