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Jazz add Tamar Bates on two-way deal

The Utah Jazz are planning to sign guard Tamar Bates to a two-way contract, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto. The move gives Utah another young perimeter scorer after Bates spent his rookie professional season with the Denver Nuggets organization, where a foot injury limited his NBA opportunities despite an impressive run in the G […] The post Jazz add Tamar Bates on two-way deal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jazz’s top trade, free agent targets after drafting Darryn Peterson

The Utah Jazz are entering a pivotal phase of their rebuild, and the selection of Darryn Peterson signals a clear shift toward two-way upside in the backcourt. Peterson brings star-level potential with his scoring instincts and physical tools, but Utah’s next steps will determine how quickly this team can translate promise into wins. With cap […] The post Jazz’s top trade, free agent targets after drafting Darryn Peterson appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Jazz To Sign Tamar Bates To Two-Way Contract

The Jazz intend to sign free agent guard Tamar Bates to a two-way contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Bates became an unrestricted free agent in March when he was waived by the Nuggets. The 23-year-old quickly caught on with Denver on a two-way deal last summer after going undrafted out of Missouri, […]

Poll Results: Blazers Will Be Safe from Jazz This Season

Portland Trail Blazers fans are optimistic about their team’s chances to maintain or improve their spot in the Western Conference during the 2026-27 season. At least that’s the result of the latest Reacts survey in which we polled the Portland faithful about the likelihood of the newly-restocked Utah Jazz overtaking the Blazers in the West. […]

Wizards Summer League 2026 schedule released

The Washington Wizards now know when fans will get their first look at No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa. The NBA released the 2026 Summer League schedule on Friday, with Washington set to play four games in Las Vegas beginning July 9. The Wizards will face the Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls and Los […]

AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson NBA Summer League matchup officially set

With the NBA Draft officially over, many are now waiting to see the players in action, and that will happen during the Summer League. Fans of the Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz are ready for the battle of AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, and it will take place on July 9, according to Brett Siegel […] The post AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson NBA Summer League matchup officially set appeared first on ClutchPoints .

And-Ones: Summer League, Expansion, Lottery, Kostas, More

The NBA has formally announced the schedule for its Las Vegas Summer League, which tips off on Thursday, July 9. The most notable of the games scheduled for that first Thursday is a matchup between Wizards vs. the Jazz at 9:00 pm Eastern time, which should pit the top two picks in the draft against […]

Where Darryn Peterson Would Rank Among The Best Jazz Prospects Ever

The Utah Jazz are entering next season with a prospect many are considering the best prospect in team history. But is he really? Let’s take a look at all the prospects in team history and decide who were the top ten best prospects in Jazz history. It’s important to note that this is not a […]

Jazz, Jaxon Kohler Agree To Exhibit 10 Contract

The Jazz are signing undrafted forward Jaxon Kohler to an Exhibit 10 deal, reports Chris Solari of the Detroit Free Press (via Twitter). The 6’9″ forward played four seasons with Michigan State and emerged as a reliable, if low-volume, shooter in his junior and senior years after only getting spot minutes in his first two […]

Jazz owner makes Walker Kessler stance clear amid rumors

The Utah Jazz recently took a step into the future by selecting point guard Darryn Peterson with the number two overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson figures to be a day one starter for the Jazz as they look to work their way out of the NBA basement and toward contention. This summer, […] The post Jazz owner makes Walker Kessler stance clear amid rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Timberwolves acquire LaMelo Ball to support Anthony Edwards

The Timberwolves aggressively explored ways to improve their roster around Anthony Edwards before completing the trade for LaMelo Ball, with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown among the stars they pursued. Minnesota faced questions about whether its offseason moves were primarily motivated by financial concerns, but team president Tim Connelly remained in regular contact with Edwards […] The post Timberwolves acquire LaMelo Ball to support Anthony Edwards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Utah Jazz Reacts Survey: Should Darryn Peterson start?

The Utah Jazz just had one of the best drafts in team history, and will come into this season with Darryn Peterson. He’s the best prospect to be drafted by the Jazz in team history, considering how high he was projected to go. The question for the Jazz this upcoming season is, should he start […]

NBA Draft Grades Roundup

The Utah Jazz are coming away with one of the greatest draft opportunities in all of team history. The #2 pick could not have happened in a more talented draft. The question is, did they make the right pick? Here is a roundup of all the draft grades around the league, telling us how the […]

NBA Draft 2nd Round Preview/Thread: How to watch, start time, TV channel

While the Jazz have used the only 2026 draft pick that they currently own (and used it well), there’s still fun to be had during the second round. Shams Charania has reported that the Knicks and Grizzlies are actively shopping picks #31 and #32, respectively – as owners and general managers find their ideal players […]

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Second Round

The first round delivered plenty of surprises, but a number of talented prospects remain on the board entering today’s second round. Four players who appeared in our final first-round mock draft, , , and , are still available, highlighting the depth of the remaining talent pool. Several veteran college standouts could provide immediate value, while… The post 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Second Round appeared first on NBADraft.net .

Northwest Notes: Peterson, Wolves, Philon, Nori, Blazers

The Jazz solidified their decision to draft Darryn Peterson with the No. 2 overall pick on Tuesday after traveling to Canton, Ohio to visit the former Kansas guard and his family on Saturday, writes Sarah Todd of The Deseret News. “We were comfortable with him in the combine, and we’d been in great communication with […]

NBA Draft 2026 First Round Results: AJ Dybantsa Goes to Wizards, Cameron Boozer Selected by Grizzlies & More

The 2026 NBA Draft kicked off at the Barclays Center as one of the most anticipated and deepest talent pools in recent memory. A draft class defined by four potential No. 1 overall prospects allowed teams like the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and Memphis Grizzlies to land foundational cornerstones capable of spearheading their next eras of […] The post NBA Draft 2026 First Round Results: AJ Dybantsa Goes to Wizards, Cameron Boozer Selected by Grizzlies & More appeared first on EssentiallyS...

Utah Jazz Rookie Darryn Peterson Sends Warning For No. 1 Pick AJ Dybantsa

The Utah Jazz selected Kansas guard Darryn Peterson as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson, who had been trying to be the No. 1 pick during the draft process, felt that is something that would fuel him the rest of his NBA career.  In an interview with 97.5 The KSL Sports […] The post Utah Jazz Rookie Darryn Peterson Sends Warning For No. 1 Pick AJ Dybantsa appeared first on HEAVY .

Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has some serious goals for rookie season in Utah

Darryn Peterson wasted little time setting high expectations after becoming the Utah Jazz’s No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Peterson, a one-and-done Kansas standout and one of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, outlined his goals for his first NBA season Tuesday night, emphasizing durability, team success, and championship aspirations. […] The post Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson has some serious goals for rookie season in Utah appeared first on ClutchPoints .