Darryn Peterson Shines in Debut | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

Darryn Peterson, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, exploded onto the scene in his Utah Jazz summer league debut, dropping 28 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks—including a jaw-dropping chase-down block—in a nail-biting 103-102 overtime win over the Atlanta Hawks. Shooting 4-for-7 from deep, he showcased scoring versatility, elite confidence, and basketball IQ from his first possession, earning a standing ovation and a sweet revenge win over a player who’d previously beaten his college team. This electrifying debut signals he’s ready to make an immediate impact—and Jazz fans are…