Jazz Still Weighing Options for No. 2 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft
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The Utah Jazz remain undecided about whom to select with the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, league sources told multiple outlets.
A trio of prospects—wing AJ Dybantsa, guard Darryn Peterson and forward Cameron Boozer—are at the center of the discussion, according to reporting by The Athletic’s Tony Jones. All three are viewed as top-tier talents, leaving Utah with a difficult choice.
How each prospect fits
Dybantsa offers size on the wing, advanced scoring skills and creative footwork. Boozer mixes power scoring with playmaking and reliable perimeter shooting for his position. Peterson is regarded as one of the draft’s most explosive scoring guards, capable of long stretches of hot three-point shooting.
Because both Dybantsa and Boozer could complicate Utah’s current front-court alignment, Peterson appears to be the cleanest on-court fit, Sam Foster wrote in the Salt Lake Tribune. Even so, Jones reported that Boozer remains firmly in contention despite a less-than-ideal pairing with the Jazz’s incumbent big men.
Peterson’s workout decision
Peterson, coming off a standout season at Kansas, has declined to work out for the Jazz. The organization was not surprised and will not rule him out, Jones added, noting that Utah faced a similar situation last year with wing Ace Bailey.
Columnist Gordon Monson of the Tribune cautioned that the Jazz must be confident in Peterson’s willingness to commit before using such a valuable pick.
Impact of Washington’s choice
The Jazz’s ultimate decision could hinge on what the Washington Wizards do at No. 1. If the Wizards pass on either Peterson or Dybantsa, the remaining player may become Utah’s front-runner.
Trade-up scenario
Utah has considered moving up to the top spot to secure Dybantsa, though league insiders view that outcome as unlikely for now. Dybantsa’s college stint at BYU has made him a fan favorite in the state, and Deseret News reporter Dave McCann noted that he could become a rare elite prospect eager to play in Utah. Should the Jazz determine that Peterson truly prefers to avoid the franchise while Dybantsa embraces it, a costly move up the board could be revisited.
The draft is scheduled for June 25, giving the front office limited time to settle on a strategy.
Source: Hoops Rumors
