Perhaps the biggest benefit for the Utah Jazz getting the No. 2 pick in a loaded draft class is that they can't really choose wrong. This class features prospects so talented - AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson - that there's absolutely no way the Jazz can screw this up. There is a twist that would certainly make their decision tougher, though: if Cameron Boozer gets picked at No. 1.
All indications are that this likely won't happen, but Boozer is considered not too far from the level of Dybantsa and Peterson. He's good enough that there is a valid argument for the Jazz to take him at No. 2.
For that same reason, he could be who Washington picks at No. 1. Again, the odds aren't high that this would happen, but we have seen players whose draft stocks rose high enough that teams took risks on players similar to Boozer, though not typically at No. 1.
If that happens, then Utah's decision gets a little tougher.
Do they go with the better prospect or better fit?
Let's start with this: if Boozer is taken at No. 1, this would create a problem, but it's a good problem to have. Both Dybantsa and Peterson would appeal a lot to Utah if by chance they are both available with the No. 2 pick, but for their own reasons.
Dybantsa is considered the best prospect, and because of his personal ties to Utah, the Jazz would have good reason to pick him, as he would be a superstar prospect likely to stay put for the duration of his prime. They don't need size that much, but Dybantsa gives them a franchise cornerstone.
Peterson is considered to be the better fit than Dybantsa because he's more of a guard. Utah's roster is already pretty loaded as is, but if there's one area where they could use more help, it's at the guard spot. Peterson and Keyonte George could turn into the best backcourt in the NBA in no time if they are paired up.
This all points to the fact that the Jazz really can't go wrong with who they pick at No. 2. In fact, if Dybantsa and Peterson are available, that just means things only continued to go right for them. Getting a talented prospect on a team-friendly rookie deal is already a big enough deal on its own.
Adding one to a playoff team is simply a rich get richer prospect. Boozer going at No. 1 would certainly force the Jazz to ponder for a bit, but they shouldn't have any regrets with who they get at No. 2.
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