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| HT/WT: 6-6, 205 lbs |
| Birthplace: Canton, OH |
| Age: 19 |
| School: Kansas |
| Experience: R |
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1:07Darryn Peterson vs. Cam Boozer: Rookie of the Year Race
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1:36Grading Darryn Peterson's Summer League
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0:48Top 2026 NBA Draft Picks Shine in Summer League
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1:04AJ Dybantsa Drops 23 Points in Summer League
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1:42Wagler, Peterson Drop 23 Points in Summer League
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1:00Expectations for Darryn Peterson with Jazz
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1:28Summer League Preview: Peterson Shining So Far
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1:08Dybantsa vs Peterson: Top 2 Picks Facing Off
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1:02What to Expect from AJ Dybantsa's Summer League Debut
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0:58What to Expect from AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson
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1:37Darryn Peterson's Summer League Impact
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1:12Top draft picks debut in NBA Summer League
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8:54NBA Summer League Standouts
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1:13NBA Summer League Standouts: Darryn Peterson Starts Off vs OKC
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1:59What Darryn Peterson Brings to the Utah Jazz
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1:29Love it or Leave It: Darryn Peterson and All That Jazz
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1:45Breaking Down Jazz's Potential Starting 5 With Darryn Peterson
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1:21NBA Draft Grades: Jazz Select Darryn Peterson No. 2 Overall
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0:40Breaking Down 2026 NBA Draft Player Comps: Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer
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0:56Peterson or Boozer: Who Should the Jazz Draft at No. 2?
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| Regular Season | 30.2 | 13.6 | 36.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
Top Darryn Peterson News
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Posts 21 points, fills stat sheet
Peterson delivered 21 points (6-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, five assists, two steals and three blocks across 30 minutes in Friday's 112-100 loss to the Mavericks.
Peterson produced an impressive two-way performance, supplementing efficient scoring with five combined defensive stats. His five assists also highlighted his growing contributions as a playmaker. The rookie's ability to contribute in several categories gives him intriguing fantasy upside, particularly if he maintains a consistent workload near 30 minutes. He's scored at least 14 points in four of his last six games, averaging 15.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks per contest.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Fills stat sheet in loss
Peterson amassed 14 points (5-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists, three blocks and three steals across 33 minutes during Monday's 119-97 loss to the Spurs.
Peterson struggled with his overall efficiency but delivered an impressive defensive performance, combining for six steals and blocks while leading Utah with six assists. The rookie also logged a team-high 33 minutes and committed just one turnover despite handling substantial playmaking responsibilities. His ability to contribute across the board gives him considerable fantasy upside even when his shot isn't falling.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Leading scorer in Saturday's loss
Peterson amassed 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Saturday's 112-90 loss to the Trail Blazers.
The 16 points led the Jazz on the afternoon, as only two of his teammates even scored in double digits. Peterson is quickly getting the hang of this NBA thing after being the second overall pick in the 2026 Draft, scoring at least 14 points in four of the last five games while averaging 14.2 points, 4.4 boards, 2.8 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.2 steals, but his 35.2 percent shooting during that stretch indicates he still has plenty to work on.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Puts up 18 points in loss
Peterson provided 18 points (4-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 117-111 overtime loss to San Antonio.
Peterson struggled to find his rhythm from the field but compensated with three triples and a perfect showing at the charity stripe. The rookie displayed his scoring potential despite playing considerably fewer minutes than fellow starters Keyonte George and Ace Bailey. His perimeter shooting and ability to draw fouls should help support his fantasy value as he develops.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Checks back in Wednesday
Peterson (nose) started the second quarter of Wednesday's game against the Spurs, per the broadcast.
Peterson took a shot to the head and exited to the locker room with a bloody nose in the first quarter. However, he returned to the bench shortly thereafter and started the second quarter.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Leaves for locker room Wednesday
Peterson exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to an apparent head injury, Shreyas Laddha of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.
The rookie guard took a shot to the head on a dunk attempt and appeared to have a bloody nose. He can be considered questionable to return until further notice.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Struggles with shot on Sunday
Peterson finished with eight points (4-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals over 30 minutes during Sunday's 132-123 loss to the Lakers.
Peterson was the only Jazz starter to have a positive plus-minus, despite his shot not falling. The second overall pick in the 2026 draft added four combined steals and blocks, representing his first tallies in each statistical category to begin his career. Through three outings, Peterson is averaging 10.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 30.3 minutes.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Scores nine in debut
Peterson amassed nine points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 123-103 loss to Memphis.
The No. 2 overall pick started at shooting guard in his first regular-season appearance, receiving the third-most minutes among Utah's starters. Peterson attempted just seven shots and struggled to establish himself offensively, but his substantial workload suggests the Jazz intend to give him considerable opportunities to develop. His scoring volume should increase as he becomes more comfortable alongside Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Struggles with shot Friday
Peterson recorded 13 points (4-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, six assists and a steal across 29 minutes in Friday's 119-116 preseason win over the Suns.
Peterson struggled with his shooting efficiency but made meaningful contributions elsewhere. The young guard finished tied for the team lead with six assists while collecting six rebounds, the second-best mark on the team, showcasing his versatility despite an inconsistent offensive performance. He also committed just one turnover in a team-high 29 minutes, an encouraging sign for his decision-making. Peterson's ability to contribute across multiple categories could help him earn a significant role in Utah's backcourt as the regular season approaches, and as a rookie in a rebuilding team, he'll be given every opportunity to log heavy minutes. He's expected to be the Jazz's starting shooting guard come Opening Night against the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Tallies 14 points in preseason win
Peterson produced 14 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one steal across 24 minutes in Monday's 119-109 preseason win over San Antonio.
Peterson put together a solid offensive effort, finishing as Utah's leading scorer in a well-rounded team victory. After a quiet three-point performance in his preseason debut Oct. 4, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft has fared much better in his two most recent appearances. The Kansas product is penciled in as the Jazz's starting shooting guard for the 2026-27 campaign.
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Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Scores 23 points with three assists
Peterson tallied 23 points (10-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists over 30 minutes in Tuesday's 93-79 preseason loss to the Nuggets.
With Lauri Markkanen (neck) out and Keyonte George and Jaren Jackson having their minutes monitored, Peterson got some time to shine as the main man on offense for the Jazz. Despite going 1-for-6 from three-point range, he still converted over 50 percent of his shot attempts, and it was nice to see him take 18 shots after attempting just five field goals in the preseason opener.
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