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Utah Jazz select Darryn Peterson second overall in 2026 NBA Draft

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Utah Jazz select Darryn Peterson second overall in 2026 NBA Draft

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The Utah Jazz selected Darryn Peterson with the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 24. The pick signals a new era for the franchise after a rebuild that began in 2022. Peterson, a guard from the University of Kansas, averaged 20.2 points in his college season, showcasing his scoring ability. His selection follows the Jazz's earlier acquisition of Jaren Jackson Jr., as the team aims to return to the playoffs. With the season set to begin in October, the Jazz are optimistic about their chances for postseason success.

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•Darryn Peterson was the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
•Peterson averaged 20.2 points per game in college.
•The Jazz acquired Jaren Jackson Jr. earlier this year.
•The team aims to return to the NBA playoffs this season.
•The Jazz last hosted a playoff game in 2022.

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“With the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft the Utah Jazz select, Darryn Peterson from the University of Kansas,” exclaimed NBA commissioner Adam Silver. https://twitter.com/utahjazz/status/2069581224981745810?s=20 Miles away in Salt Lake City, at their annual draft party, Jazz Nation responded with a thunderous cheer. Picking Peterson marks a new era in Jazz basketball. Since their […] The post Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season? appeared first on The Lead.
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Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 3:40 PM
Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season?
“With the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft the Utah Jazz select, Darryn Peterson from the University of Kansas,” exclaimed NBA commissioner Adam Silver. https://twitter.com/utahjazz/status/2069581224981745810?s=20 Miles away in Salt Lake City, at their annual draft party, Jazz Nation responded with a thunderous cheer. Picking Peterson marks a new era in Jazz basketball. Since their […] The post Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season? appeared first on The Lead.

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