Darius Acuff Jr. drafted by Kings at No. 7 in NBA Draft
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Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Darius Acuff Jr., the former Detroit Cass Tech star, was selected No. 7 overall by the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Draft on June 24, 2026. Acuff, a freshman guard at the University of Arkansas, averaged 23.5 points, 6.4 assists, and 3.1 rebounds during his collegiate season. He earned SEC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year honors, becoming the second player to lead the SEC in both points and assists in one season. The Kings will look to integrate him into their roster as they continue to build for the future.
- •Darius Acuff Jr. selected by Sacramento Kings with the 7th pick.
- •Acuff averaged 23.5 points and 6.4 assists in college.
- •He earned both SEC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year.
- •Acuff led Arkansas to its first SEC Tournament title since 2000.
- •He transferred to IMG Academy after leading Cass Tech to a state championship.
- 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Darius Acuff Jr., former Cass Tech star, taken by Kings at No. 7 in NBA Draft
"Darius Acuff Jr., the former Detroit Cass Tech star, was selected No. 7 overall by the Sacarmento Kings in the NBA Draft.
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