No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson scores 9 in Jazz debut loss to Grizzlies
The gist
Jazz guard Darryn Peterson, the No. 2 pick, scored 9 points in 31 minutes in a 123-103 loss at Memphis.
Utah's coach wants a patient build, so his rookie growth matters more than one box score.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026The Utah Jazz selected Darryn Peterson with the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Oct 12, 2026Peterson played in a Jazz preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs at the Delta Center.
- Oct 21, 2026Peterson made his NBA debut, starting at shooting guard in a 123-103 road loss to the Memphis Grizzlies with 9 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists in 31 minutes.