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Kings adapt after top guards skip pre-draft workouts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:06 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Kings adapt after top guards skip pre-draft workouts

Summary

Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr. canceled their scheduled workouts with the Sacramento Kings ahead of the NBA Draft, as both expect to be selected in the top six. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported their decision stemmed from confidence about their draft positions, impacting the Kings' strategy at No. 7. Sacramento has been focusing on securing a point guard amid a long-standing need following the trade of De'Aaron Fox. With Brown and Wagler opting out, the Kings are now likely to target Darius Acuff or Kamron Flemings. Acuff's camp has expressed interest in Sacramento, which may enhance his appeal to the Kings.

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Key Details

•Wagler and Brown cancel workouts with the Kings before the NBA Draft.
•Both guards expect to be selected by picks five or six.
•Sacramento holds the No. 7 pick and must adjust its draft strategy.
•Darius Acuff is now a leading target for the Kings at No. 7.
•The Kings have needed a true point guard since trading De'Aaron Fox.

Latest Updates

4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Two Top Guards Skip Kings Workouts Before NBA Draft

What they're saying

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Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr. canceled visits after gaining top-six pick assurances, clearing the path for Sacramento to target preferred lead guard prospect Darius Acuff.
— Yahoo Sports

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