Darius Acuff Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

How Darius Acuff Jr. Can Break Two Kings Rookie Records Sacramento Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. has a chance to cement himself in the Sacramento Kings record books this season.

AUGUST 14 • SI.COM

Why Victor Oladipo Would Be Perfect Final Offseason Move for Kings Victor Oladipo could bring exactly what the Sacramento Kings need off the bench as a veteran mentor for Darius Acuff Jr. and company.

AUGUST 13 • SI.COM

With Russell Westbrook no longer available, what's next for the Kings? The Sacramento Kings were looking at Russell Westbrook as support for Darius Acuff Jr., which is no longer an option.

AUGUST 12 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Are the Kings already putting too much pressure on Darius Acuff? The Sacramento Kings are taking a haphazard and dangerous approach to the development of Darius Acuff Jr., one which could backfire on every...

AUGUST 6 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Could be involved right away Acuff enters his rookie season with an opportunity to earn developmental minutes in Sacramento's backcourt after being selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft.

Impact The dynamic scoring guard could spend time learning behind the Kings' veteran guards while adjusting to the NBA game, but a starting role on Opening Night could be on the table. His long-term upside as a shot creator makes him one of Sacramento's top young prospects.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kings are looking at bringing Russell Westbrook home with a new friend The offseason might take an interesting turn for the Sacramento Kings as they look to sign two veteran point guards to both back up and ment...

AUGUST 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM

How Darius Acuff Jr. Can Run Away With Rookie of the Year Award Could Darius Acuff Jr. end up with a coveted award from a loaded draft class by leading the Sacramento Kings back to the playoffs?

AUGUST 1 • SI.COM

Zach LaVine might actually make sense on the Kings thanks to one rookie If Zach LaVine and Darius Acuff Jr. work well together, they could be a game-changing duo for the Sacramento Kings...except on defense.

JULY 30 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Kings waive one of the few actual point guards on their roster The Sacramento Kings have waived two-way point guard Isaiah Stevens, leaving fans to wonder who will be backing up Darius Acuff Jr.

JULY 27 • AROYALPAIN.COM

What the Kings' Ideal Lineup With Darius Acuff Jr. Will Look Like Examining how the Sacramento Kings can best surround Darius Acuff Jr. next season.

JULY 27 • SI.COM

One Stat Shows Why Acuff and LaVine Could Be a Dynamic Duo Darius Acuff Jr. and Zach LaVine could be a dynamic scoring duo in the backcourt for the Sacramento Kings.

JULY 26 • SI.COM

Darius Acuff Jr. Says Why He Is the Kings' Best Hope to Compete The Sacramento Kings are hoping Darius Acuff Jr. can be their savior.

JULY 26 • SI.COM

Darius Acuff Jr.'s Relationship With GM Scott Perry Should Have Kings Excited Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry has already built a strong bond with Darius Acuff Jr.

JULY 24 • SI.COM

Darius Acuff's two biggest issues likely have the Kings on edge The NBA Summer League debut of Darius Acuff Jr. for the Sacramento Kings was problematic with flashes of absolute brilliance.

JULY 21 • AROYALPAIN.COM

The Athletic: Darius Acuff Jr. has an old soul and plays with a 'quiet confidence' "They're comfortable with me. I'm comfortable with them," Acuff Jr. said about his new team.

JULY 20 • NBA.COM

Kings have to be watching one Warriors' rookie in particular The Sacramento Kings chose perfectly with Darius Acuff Jr., but they also have to be keeping an eye on Yaxel Lendeborg after the California...

JULY 20 • AROYALPAIN.COM

5 NBA rookies who already look like busts at NBA Summer League These NBA rookies, including Kings point guard Darius Acuff Jr., failed to meet the moment in the Las Vegas Summer League. Is there reason f...

JULY 19 • FANSIDED.COM

Kings Summer League Grades: Acuff Flashes Star Potential A look at how Darius Acuff Jr. performed during Summer league for the Sacramento Kings.

JULY 18 • SI.COM

Kings believe Darius Acuff Jr. improving on defense is inevitable While Darius Acuff Jr. is weak on defense, the Sacramento Kings are banking that his competitive spirit will force him to improve.

JULY 18 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Sitting out again Friday Acuff will be rested for Friday's Summer League game against the Hornets, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Acuff will be rested for a second straight exhibition. The rookie made five appearances during the Summer League, posting averages of 19.2 points, 4.6 assists and 1.6 rebounds.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Acuff Done for the Summer - What it Means for Kings Darius Acuff Jr. is reportedly done for the summer, as he's not expected to play for the remainder of Summer League.

JULY 16 • SI.COM

The Kings' Keegan Murray era is over before it began Keegan Murray's lost season combined with the drafting of Darius Acuff Jr. has shifted the leadership of the Sacramento Kings on the court d...

JULY 16 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Sitting out Wednesday Acuff will be rested for Wednesday's Summer League game against the Celtics, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact The Kings will also rest Nique Clifford and Maxime Raynaud. It remains to be seen if Acuff will suit up for Friday's exhibition against Charlotte.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Should Kings Be Concerned About Acuff's Summer League Performance So Far? Darius Acuff Jr. has had an up and down Summer League, but should Kings and fans be worried about his performance so far?

JULY 15 • SI.COM

2026 NBA Summer League: Standout players from Day 6 From Darius Acuff Jr. to Cameron Carr, check out the standouts from Day 6 of Las Vegas Summer League action.

JULY 15 • NBA.COM

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