No. 2 overall pick Darryn Peterson showcased his talent immediately, leading the Utah Jazz to a 103-102 overtime victory over the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 Salt Lake City Summer League on Sunday, July 5, 2026 (Philippine time).
Peterson's Dominant Performance
Peterson exploded for 28 points, with 18 of those coming in the crucial second half. The rookie out of Kansas also added five rebounds, two assists, and two blocks, though he committed eight turnovers.
Selected No. 2 overall by the Jazz in the 2026 NBA Draft, Peterson follows No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa, who was chosen by the Washington Wizards.
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Key Contributions from Teammates
2024 No. 10 pick Cody Williams contributed 17 points, five rebounds, two blocks, and one steal. Max Abmas and Justin Harmon each added 15 points off the bench for the Jazz.
