Darryn Peterson scores 28 as Jazz win overtime vs Hawks

In his professional basketball debut, Darryn Peterson, the second overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, scored 28 points to lead the Utah Jazz to a 103-102 overtime victory over the Atlanta Hawks in a Salt Lake City Summer League game on Saturday. The 19-year-old former Kansas guard showcased his scoring versatility, shooting 11-of-21 from the field and 4-of-7 from three-point range, while also contributing five rebounds, two assists, and two blocks.

Peterson, a 6-foot-6 guard from Canton, Ohio, made an immediate impact, scoring on his first possession off a driving layup. His performance included a pivotal three-pointer with 1:18 left in overtime to give the Jazz a 98-95 lead. However, his debut was not without flaws, as he committed eight turnovers in 27 minutes and expressed dissatisfaction with his defensive effort. After the game, Peterson said he was not good enough defensively, citing missed box-outs and a need for improvement, and noted he would review film with coach Will Hardy.

The game concluded dramatically. After Peterson’s eighth turnover with 10 seconds left and Utah leading 100-97, Atlanta’s Kingston Flemings hit a deep two-pointer to cut the lead to one. Justin...