John Wall praises rookie Darius Acuff Jr. at NBA Summer League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
John Wall expressed admiration for rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. during an NBA Summer League broadcast. Acuff, a product of John Calipari's program, has shown promise as a scorer and playmaker with the Sacramento Kings. While performances in Summer League are under scrutiny, Acuff is highly regarded as a contender for the Rookie of the Year award in the upcoming season. Wall highlighted Acuff's scoring ability and potential to succeed in the NBA, marking a significant moment for both players who share Calipari's coaching lineage.
- •John Wall praises Darius Acuff Jr.'s skills during Summer League.
- •Acuff is considered a leading Rookie of the Year candidate.
- •Wall emphasizes Acuff's scoring ability at all levels.
- •Acuff played under John Calipari at Arkansas, like Wall.
- •Sacramento Kings seek to build around Acuff moving forward.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — John Wall has nothing but praise for rookie and fellow Calipari product Darius Acuff Jr.
"As a former John Calipari point guard in college, John Wall has a lot similar to rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr.
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