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The Sacramento Kings had a pretty standard NBA Draft, and one that many fans could have seen coming. They added Darius Acuff Jr., Alex Karaban, and Emanuel Sharp to put together an impressive rookie trio, and a predictable one based on what Kings GM Scott Perry has said in the past.

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Darius Acuff Jr. Brings Needed Optimism to Sacramento Kings’ Future

During the 2026 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings held the seventh overall pick. When the time came to make their selection, the Kings had their guy: Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Kings 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick

The Sacramento Kings entered the 2026 NBA Draft with a chance to re-galvanize the franchise. A concoction of age, injuries and inconsistency dominated their campaign.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 24

Biggest Winners and Losers From the Sacramento Kings' Draft

The long wait is finally over, and Darius Acuff Jr. is officially a Sacramento King. After weeks of rumors connecting the Kings and Acuff, Scott Perry got his guy with the seventh overall pick.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 24

5 Prospects the Kings Should Target in the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings finished the first night of the NBA Draft with two new additions, walking out with both Darius Acuff Jr. and Alex Karaban as an intriguing rookie duo.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Skip Bayless News / AirJordanChronicles / June 24

'Now there’s a reason to watch SAC': Skip Bayless Offers Blunt Assessment of the Kings’ 2026 Draft Pick

The Sacramento Kings needed a spark after a frustrating season. With the 7th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the front office made a bold move by selecting Darius Acuff.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Cavs, Kings trade grades for 2026 NBA Draft deal involving Alex Karaban

The end of the first round of the NBA Draft was full of chaos, as there was a trade almost every selection. Toward the end of the round, the Sacramento Kings made a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers to get back into the first, acquiring the No.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 24

What Darius Acuff Jr. Had to Say After Getting Drafted By the Kings

With the seventh overall pick in Tuesday night's draft, the Sacramento Kings took a chance on Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. While this was one of the least surprising decisions of any team after so many rumors about their connection, it is now official.

Sacramento Kings News / Bleacher Report / June 23

Watch: Boogie expects Darius Acuff to be a multi-time All-Star

Scott Perry News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 23

Kings GM Sends Promising Message to Fans After Darius Acuff Jr. Selection

The Sacramento Kings had their biggest night of the year on Tuesday, and general manager Scott Perry knows it. Perry has hammered the idea that the Kings franchise is in the very early stages of a rebuild, but they have started things off on the right foot in the 2026 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24

Winners, losers from first round of the NBA Draft: Michigan reigns supreme, Kings disappoint

The first round of the NBA Draft is in the books. While the start of the draft went according to chalk, teams started making moves late in the first round and things got interesting.

Morez Johnson Jr. reunites with Dusty May on big night for Michigan

Yaxel Lendeborg had great reaction to May passing on him for his teammate

Kings draft Darius Acuff seventh overall: Instant analysis, reaction

AJ Dybantsa can give his sister some cool wheels after going No. 1 overall

Grizzlies add another second-generation NBA player in draft

Warriors owner, GM appeared to have disagreement on live feed during draft

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Kings pick Darius Acuff seventh overall

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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 23

Instant Grade: Kings Draft Darius Acuff Jr. With No. 7 Pick

The Sacramento Kings went into the first night of the NBA Draft with picks Nos. 7, 34, and 45 at their disposal, and as things get underway, the future of the franchise is starting to take shape.

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Darius Acuff drafted by Sacramento Kings: Analysis, contract details, more

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff heard his name called on Monday night during the 2026 NBA Draft. The Sacramento Kings selected him with the No. 7 overall pick.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 23

Best and Worst-Case NBA Draft Scenarios for the Kings

The 2026 NBA Draft is nearly here, and the Sacramento Kings are sitting in a position to help the future of their franchise. While falling to the seventh overall pick in the lottery was unfortunate, they should be able to walk out of draft night with a win.

Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Kings rumors: Ja Morant trade chances after potential Darius Acuff Jr. draft pick

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.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Kings Expected To Waive And Stretch DeMar DeRozan

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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 23

Kings NBA Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Pick and Every Round

The Sacramento Kings are now just hours away from choosing their next franchise cornerstone with the seventh overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and fans are eagerly waiting to find out what the franchise is planning.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 22

Kings Trade Rumor Roundup - Veterans on the Move Before the Draft?

The NBA Draft is just one day away as the Sacramento Kings hope to find their next franchise star with the seventh overall pick, but there are also rumors continuing to float around about the veterans on the team as Scott Perry continues to reshape the roster in his second offseason.

Zach Lavine News / Total Pro Sports / June 19