Peterson Shines in Jazz Debut | Utah Jazz News

Utah Jazz News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

Darryn Peterson exploded in his Utah Jazz debut, dropping 28 points—including 18 in the second half and OT—in a thrilling overtime win over the Atlanta Hawks, while also adding 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 blocks. The 19-year-old top-2 pick dazzled with his scoring, playmaking, and transition speed, hitting 4 threes in just 27 minutes. He soaked in the Salt Lake City crowd’s energy, earning a standing ovation and channeling his Kansas roots, all while getting his first taste of playing alongside new teammates Ace Bailey and Cody Williams. Though he committed 8 turnovers, Peterson’s all-around…