Ex-Jazz Coach Compares Rookie Peterson to Stockton, Williams

Utah’s preseason has offered an early look at how No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson might fit into the Jazz’s future, including a lob connection with second-year forward Ace Bailey in a 119-116 win over Phoenix. Former coach Tyrone Corbin sees a tradition of building around gifted guards, pointing to John Stockton and Deron Williams, while other analysis argues Peterson can develop his own style rather than be measured against Utah’s past stars. His potential pairing with Keyonte George could give the Jazz two complementary creators, though how they share ball-handling duties remains to be established. Peterson has shown scoring and playmaking promise, but his preseason performances are only an early indication. One proposed approach is to prioritize giving him chances to close games, rather than rushing him into the starting lineup, as coach Will Hardy assesses how he fits alongside George, Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr.