-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Puts up 18 points in loss
Darryn 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Checks back in Wednesday
Darryn 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Leaves for locker room Wednesday
Darryn 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Struggles with shot on Sunday
Darryn 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 Utah 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Scores nine in debut
Darryn 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 Utah 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Struggles with shot Friday
Darryn 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 Utah Jazz's starting shooting guard come Opening Night against the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Tallies 14 points in preseason win
Darryn 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 Utah Jazz's starting shooting guard for the 2026-27 campaign.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Scores 23 points with three assists
Darryn 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 Utah 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.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Team-high 22 minutes in win
Darryn Peterson accumulated three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 FT, 0-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 109-97 preseason victory over Denver.Petersen made his NBA debut, sliding straight into the starting lineup, as expected. Although he struggled with his efficiency, the fact that he played a team-high 22 minutes is an encouraging sign. He should open the regular season as a key piece in the rotation, putting him firmly on the fantasy radar. As a rookie point guard, managers should expect some ups and downs when it comes to his shooting splits. However, his role alone should lend itself to plenty of opportunities, making him a viable target in the 100 range of drafts.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Jazz's Darryn Peterson: Impressing with maturity
Darryn Peterson has impressed veteran teammate Jusuf Nurkic with his maturity and work ethic during training camp, according to Utah Jazz reporter Chandler Holt.Nurkic said that in 13 NBA seasons he hasn't seen a player enter the league with Peterson's level of maturity, adding that the rookie spends so much time working that Utah has nearly had to tell him to stay out of the gym. Peterson is preparing for his first NBA season after being selected No. 2 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and should have an opportunity to take on a substantial role immediately.
