Jazz Notes: Peterson, George, Summer League, Trade Exception

By Luke Adams | at July 9, 2026 12:17 pm Although Darryn Peterson opted not to visit Utah to work out for the Jazz during the pre-draft process, he has made it clear since being selected second overall by the team last month that he’s embracing his new NBA home, writes Tim MacMahon of ESPN. After several years of tanking, the Jazz appear ready to take a significant step forward in 2026/27 after acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. at last season’s trade deadline and then drafting the former Kansas guard. “What excites me the most is being able to be a…