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The Kings selected Arkansas guard Darius Acuff with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a move that had been widely anticipated throughout the pre-draft process. Acuff enters the NBA after a dominant freshman season in which he led the SEC in both scoring and assists, averaging 23.5 points and 6.4 assists […] The post Kings select Darius Acuff with No. 7 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Former Arkansas standout Darius Acuff Jr. was the first Southeastern Conference player selected in Tuesday night’s 2026 NBA Draft, taken No. 7 overall by the Sacramento Kings. Acuff turned in a historic season for the Razorbacks in 2025-26, including SEC Player of the Year honors in his freshman season and a spot on The Associated … Continued The post Arkansas G Darius Acuff Jr. selected No. 7 in 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on Saturday Down South .
Magic Johnson shared his reaction to the Miami Heat trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The NBA legend believes they are now at the same level as the New York Knicks, who are set to defend their title next season. Johnson’s X…
The Sacramento Kings hand the offensive reins to Darius Acuff Jr. as their 2026 NBA Draft first rounder. The Arkansas scoring guard entered Tuesday linked to the Western Conference franchise. But no one is more over the moon about this selection than John Calipari. “Coach Cal” showed how hyped he was after the selection got […] The post John Calipari couldn’t be more hyped for Darius Acuff Jr. after obvious Kings pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings will feel like they’re walking away with a steal in the NBA Draft, as star Arkansas point guard Darius Acuff Jr. fell to them at No. 7. The Kings quickly scooped up arguably the best scorer in the class and now have their next franchise player during their rebuild. Acuff was coached […] The post John Calipari hypes up Kings after Darius Acuff Jr. pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings selected Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. with the No. 7 pick in the first round of the NBA draft on Tuesday, giving them one of the most intriguing prospects in this draft.
Long rumored to be the Kings‘ target, Arkansas guard Darius Acuff is indeed headed to Sacramento, having been selected by the team with the seventh overall pick. A 6’3″ point guard, Acuff started all 36 games he played as a freshman for Arkansas in 2025/26 and led the SEC with 23.5 points and 6.4 assists […]
Selecting Darryn Peterson in the 2026 NBA Draft means acquiring one of the most dynamic, high-upside scoring prospects of his generation. Entering the league following an explosive freshman campaign with the Kansas Jayhawks, the 6’5″ combo guard carries a rare blend of elite physical traits and specialized shot-making ability. However, maximizing his value will require […]
After much build-up, the 2026 NBA Draft is finally here. One of the most illustrious classes in recent memory is waiting in the wings to see where they go to begin their NBA dreams. BYU star AJ Dybansta is expected to be the No.1 pick. Dybansta entered the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Tuesday with […] The post AJ Dybantsa pays tribute to late Kentucky player at NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Multiple teams could express interest in a Myles Turner trade following Giannis Antetokounmpo's exit.
AJ Dybantsa delivered a viral reaction to Cam Boozer’s draft-night look Tuesday ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Dybantsa, widely regarded as the player expected to hear his name called first at No. 1 overall, added some personality to a night usually centered on picks, projections and team fits. The […] The post AJ Dybantsa hilariously reacts to Cam Boozer’s 2026 NBA Draft flashy accessory appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Myles Turner was mentioned as a Boston Celtics target by a legit reporter today, but it sounded much more like speculation. Maybe if he had been part of the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to Boston, they could have agreed to it, but that's out the window.
Clippers reportedly considering DeMar DeRozan addition as Kawhi Leonard pushes to stay.
DHJ Quick Take: Kings Set To Waive DeRozan, Pass On Morant The Sacramento Kings are expected to waive DeMar DeRozan and are not pursuing a trade for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Sacramento is in deep rebuild mode. The franchise has the seventh overall pick in this year’s draft […]
Herald Celtics’ Trade, NBA Free Agency Targets After Losing Giannis to Heat amid Jaylen Brown Rumors ‘Best winner in this draft class’: UConn’s Alex Karaban ready to fulfill NBA dream Bucks reportedly trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat, not Celtics Globe NBA insider: Fallout from failed Giannis trade expected to spark ‘bidding war’ for Jaylen Brown […]
Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon remained somewhat defiant after Jalen Brunson defied her and his other skeptics en route to winning an NBA championship with the New York Knicks.
Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon admitted Tuesday night she was "wrong" about Jalen Brunson after her 2023 comments on the New York Knicks star resurfaced following the team's NBA title win.
The LA Clippers have their eyes set on a former All-Star in the offseason, as DeMar DeRozan could be working on an exit from the Sacramento Kings. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Clippers are waiting in the wings to sign DeRozan once he is waived by the Kings. The Kings […] The post LA Clippers Look To Sign DeMar DeRozan After Potential Kings Exit appeared first on HEAVY .
The Sacramento Kings are expected to use the stretch provision to waive veteran wing DeMar DeRozan, according to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
The Sacramento Kings are just hours away from the 2026 NBA Draft, where they will have the number seven overall pick. Many anticipate that the Kings will select point guard Darius Acuff Jr. out of Arkansas at that spot, following the Kings’ disastrous 2025-26 season. One name that has come up in trade rumors involving […] The post Kings rumors: Ja Morant trade chances after potential Darius Acuff Jr. draft pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Kings intend to waive veteran forward DeMar DeRozan and stretch his salary over the next three years if they can’t work out a trade, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. DeRozan’s expiring contract carries a $25.74MM salary for next season that is only guaranteed for $10MM through January 10, so the move would come […]
The Los Angeles Clippers have a busy few weeks ahead of them, starting with Tuesday night’s NBA Draft, which is slated to take place in Brooklyn. The Clippers have the number five overall pick in this year’s draft thanks to last year’s trade of Ivica Zubac to the Indiana Pacers. Recently, NBA insider Michael Scotto […] The post NBA rumors: Clippers will hold DeMar DeRozan interest once Kings dump him appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings are trying their hardest to trade DeMar DeRozan. The six-time All-Star has a $25.74 million expiring contract, but it is only guaranteed for $10 million. If they can't trade him, however, the Kings are expected to make the stunning move of waiving and stretching his contract over the next three seasons. The Kings are expected to waive DeMar DeRozan if they cannot find a trade partner, per @MikeAScotto The Clippers are considered the favorites to sign him. “In ...
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The first round of the NBA Draft is tonight! Who will go first overall? Will any of the top four teams deviate from consensus? In what order will the huge swarm of point guards go after the fourth pick? On this week's Nothing But Respect , we answer some of these questions, but we also get into larger-order matters of draft philosophy, scouting, and why draft people use such crazy language. Our guest this week was David Lee, the writer and analyst, not the former NBA All-Star. We also discu...