Darryn Peterson Scores 24 in Debut Despite Turnover Struggles

Utah Jazz rookie Darryn Peterson recorded 24 points, three rebounds, three assists, and one block in 30 minutes during a 92-88 loss to the Washington Wizards. Despite showing chemistry with Keyonte George, Peterson struggled with eight turnovers. Following a difficult collegiate tenure at Kansas, Peterson expressed that he is finally "back having fun" while working to establish his role in the Jazz backcourt. He faced off against No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa in his Las Vegas debut.