Where will the former KU star end up in the NBA? Feb 28, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) dribbles the ball during the first half of the game against the Arizona Wildcats at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images | Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images The NBA has revamped its draft lottery over the years to limit tanking across the league. For nearly 30 years, the team with the league's worst record had a 25% chance to land the top selection, but now the bottom three teams each hold a 14% chance. The lottery had significant implications for former Kansas star Darryn Peterson, one of the most talented prospects in this year's class. Regardless of how the lottery played out yesterday, Peterson still would have had equal or better odds to beat out BYU's AJ Dybantsa as the projected No. 1 pick. However, the draft order as it currently stands may actually strengthen Peterson's case to go first overall.…