Could Darryn Peterson fall into Grizzlies' hands at No. 3, and would they take him?
Guard Darryn Peterson could be an option at No. 3 for the Memphis Grizzlies if the 2026 draft takes an unexpected turn.
Almost every NBA draft has one player near the top who becomes the swing prospect — the player who could go No. 1 overall or slide a few spots because of concerns unrelated to talent. Darryn Peterson may be that player in the 2026 draft.
Last fall, the 6-foot-6, 205-pound guard from Kansas was widely viewed as the favorite to be selected No. 1 overall. But injuries and questions about leadership have caused his draft stock to fluctuate.
He is now commonly projected at No. 2, though it would not be surprising to see him fall to No. 3 or even No.
4. If Peterson slips to No. 3, he immediately becomes a realistic option for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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