Utah Jazz target guard Darryn Peterson after securing No. 2 draft slot

The Utah Jazz have confirmed they will hold the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. While the team has expressed interest in AJ Dybantsa, who is projected to be taken first by the Washington Wizards, analysts argue the Jazz would be better served by selecting Kansas point guard Darryn Peterson at No. 2. Peterson, praised for his shooting, athleticism and playmaking, is seen as a fit alongside the Jazz’s existing backcourt and front‑court pieces, offering help on defense and complementing Keyonte George. Concern over Dybantsa’s potential cost and the need to retain other assets, such as last year’s lottery pick Ace Bailey, further tilts the balance toward Peterson. The draft is scheduled to begin on June 23, and the Jazz’s decision will shape the team’s guard rotation for years to come.