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Darius Acuff Jr. selected by Sacramento Kings in NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 9:08 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Darius Acuff Jr. selected by Sacramento Kings in NBA Draft

Summary

Darius Acuff Jr. was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23. Acuff established a strong legacy during his year at Arkansas, averaging 23.5 points and 6.4 assists per game. He became only the third player in SEC history to earn both SEC Player of the Year and SEC Freshman of the Year honors in the same season. His performance as a primary scorer and playmaker helped Arkansas reach notable wins in the SEC Tournament and NCAA Tournament. Acuff leaves Arkansas as a highly regarded player, setting the stage for future recruits under coach John Calipari.

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By the Numbers

•Acuff averaged 23.5 points and 6.4 assists at Arkansas.
•He is a two-time SEC award winner in the same season.
•Acuff was a key player during Arkansas' NCAA Tournament run.
•He heads to Sacramento, a franchise seeking stability.
•Jordan Smith Jr. is the top recruit joining Arkansas next season.

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9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Darius Acuff Jr. heads to Sacramento leaving lasting legacy with Arkansas basketball

What they're saying

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He's off to Sacramento, but Darius Acuff Jr. was already a King in the minds of Arkansas basketball fans. The point guard leaves behind a legacy in Fayetteville.
— Yahoo Sports

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