No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson debuts for Jazz in preseason

Utah last made playoffs in 2022

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 59m1 min read

#2 PICK DARRYN PETERSON'S DEBUT 🎶⬇️ https://t.co/KioFQnZrck Via @NBA on X

What happened: Utah opened its preseason slate against Memphis. Peterson logged his first minutes in a Jazz uniform as a 2026 lottery pick.

Why it matters: Utah is counting on Peterson to lift a rebuild dating to the 2022 postseason trip. His early workload sets the baseline for rotation plans entering the 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Utah visits Memphis on Oct. 21 to continue the preseason.

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@NBA 2026-10-16T20:15:21.342051+00:00

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