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Darius Acuff Jr. scores 19 points in NBA preseason debut for Kings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 6:01 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Darius Acuff Jr. scores 19 points in NBA preseason debut for Kings

Summary

Darius Acuff Jr. played his first NBA preseason game for the Sacramento Kings on October 6, scoring 19 points in 27 minutes. The Kings lost to the Los Angeles Lakers, 127-103, with Acuff also contributing four assists, a block, and a steal. Acuff acknowledged defensive shortcomings as a team, citing the Lakers' effective shooting. Kings coach Doug Christie emphasized the need for improved defensive execution as they prepare for their upcoming games. Despite the loss, Acuff expressed confidence in his performance and readiness for the challenges ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Acuff scored 19 points and added four assists in the game.
•The Kings fell to the Lakers 127-103 at Golden 1 Center.
•Kings coach Doug Christie stressed the need for better defense.
•Acuff welcomed the defensive challenges posed by the Lakers.
•This was Acuff's first professional game after being drafted.

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What they're saying

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Kings coach Doug Christie’s team squared off against a game Lakers squad in the preseason opener that had Luka Doncic torching the nets from the opening stanza and rookie Darius Acuff Jr. feeling frustrated. The Kings rookie and former Arkansas star Acuff Jr. had a promising debut with 19 points on 8-of-17 shooting but also turned the ball over […] The post Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. identifies Sacramento’s issue after getting blown out by Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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