NBA execs raise red flags on Darryn Peterson with Kansas star in the mix for No. 1 overall pick in draft

Darryn Peterson has been the talk of the town amid his stellar season at Kansas this season. The Jayhawks guard is projected as a candidate to go as a top pick in this year’s NBA draft.

However, according to Marc Stein, NBA teams that are in the mix to land the No. 1 pick this year are not interested in drafting Peterson.

“Says at least one top talent evaluator whose team will be in the mix for the No. 1 overall pick via the draft lottery in May: ‘I wouldn’t take (Kansas’ Darryn) Peterson with the first pick. Too many question marks.’” Stein said on his “Stein Line” show on Monday.

Peterson’s availability has been an issue for No. 14 Kansas this season. He has dealt with a hamstring strain, sprained ankle and recurring cramps in his freshman year.

Some believe that Peterson’s injuries could have a negative impact on his draft stock.

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Darryn Peterson’s Kansas will face Arizona State on Tuesday

Darryn Peterson’s Kansas (21-8, 11-5 Big 12) will lock horns with Arizona State (15-14, 6-10) on Tuesday. The game will tip off at 9 p.m. ET from Desert Financial Arena in Temple, Arizona.

The Jayhawks will enter the contest on the back of an 84-61 loss to Arizona. Meanwhile, the Sun Devils beat Utah 73-60 in their last matchup.

Kansas will then close out its regular season against Kansas State on Saturday.

Edited by Arnold