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Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. gets official plan for remainder of NBA Summer League

It appears that the Sacramento Kings’ first-round pick will not be seeing any more action in the 2026 NBA Summer League. Darius Acuff Jr., the former Arkansas Razorbacks star, is reportedly done for the remainder of the Summer League, according to NBA insider Mark Haynes.

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Lessons From Summer League - Keeping Monk is the Best Move for Kings

The Sacramento Kings are nearing the end of Summer League as the Las Vegas games wrap up this weekend. And with the end of the exhibition season comes even more questions as the regular season approaches.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / July 16

Where Will the Sacramento Kings Find Their Backup Point Guard?

The Sacramento Kings may have finally found their point guard of the future by selecting Darius Acuff Jr. The organization drafted him seventh overall in the highly touted 2026 NBA Draft.

Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 16

Acuff Done for the Summer - What it Means for Kings

Like many teams, the Sacramento Kings appear to be shutting down their star rookie, Darius Acuff Jr, for the rest of Summer League, according to Sacramento Observer's Mark Haynes.

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Alex Karaban News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 16

Karaban Shows High-IQ With Play On the Court, Comments Off

The Sacramento Kings lost their third straight Summer League game last night to the Boston Celtics, but arguably the most important player on the court for them had his best performance to date.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16

Hugo Gonzalez put skills on display in Celtics' Summer League win

With the Boston Celtics expected to try to make up for the loss of Jaylen Brown by committee, the door is open for young players to earn more of an opportunity than they were initially expecting.

Wizards make AJ Dybantsa decision after strong Summer League play

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NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 15

Takeaways as Kings Summer League Slide Continues, Fall to Celtics

In what was one of the Summer League games of all time, the Sacramento Kings lost to the Boston Celtics 82-76. Sacramento falls to 1-3 in the Las Vegas Summer League after losing their third straight contest.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 15

Kings List 3 Key Starters as Inactive in Summer League Matchup Against Celtics

The Sacramento Kings are looking to get back on track in the Las Vegas Summer League, as they've lost last two games in blowout fashion to the Washington Wizards and Brooklyn Nets , but it's going to be easier said than done without three of their five starters.

DeMar DeRozan News / NBA Analysis Network / July 15

What next for DeMar DeRozan? Three NBA landing spots after Sacramento Kings buyout

The Sacramento Kings have bought out DeMar DeRozan two years after trading for him, leaving the 36-year-old without a team heading into the 2026-27 season.

Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 15

Should Kings Be Concerned About Acuff's Summer League Performance So Far?

Stephen Curry, Jalen Brunson, Trae Young, Nikola Jokic, Derrick Rose, and Sacramento Kings’ rookie Darius Acuff Jr. all share one trait that may be slightly surprising: they (up to this point) shot poorly in Summer League.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

DeMar DeRozan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16

DeMar DeRozan has mutual interest with one notable team

Kawhi Leonard might not be the only player having a reunion up north this summer. Free agent forward DeMar DeRozan would “welcome” a return to the Toronto Raptors under the right circumstances, Doug Smith of the Toronto Star reported on Tuesday.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 14

3 Takeaways From Kings' Embarrassing Loss to Nets

For those expecting an exciting afternoon of basketball by the Sacramento Kings, I regret to inform you that you might want to ask for your money back.

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 14

Warriors linked to DeMar DeRozan move amid LeBron James pursuit

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly trying to swing for the fences in free agency.

LeBron James' free-agency saga might be down to two teams

LeBron James could have a date in mind for his decision announcement

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Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13

Russell Westbrook is being linked to one NBA contender

Russell Westbrook has a potential landing spot in NBA free agency, but like a number of other moves, it is contingent on what LeBron James does. The Miami Heat have been named as a potential landing spot for Westbrook, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

DaQuan Jeffries News / Hoops Rumors / July 11

DaQuan Jeffries Signs With Turkey’s Besiktas

DaQuan Jeffries has signed with EuroLeague newcomer Besiktas, Eurohoops relays. The announcement was made in a press release from the Turkish club. Jeffries played in the Kings’ organization last season.

Charles Barkley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Charles Barkley says Kings needs ‘miracle’ to make playoffs again

The Sacramento Kings have entered a new era after selecting Darius Acuff Jr. with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. However, the roster still needs some work, and it’s not entirely clear when this franchise could even compete for a playoff spot.

Darius Acuff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. admits he ‘played terrible’ in Summer League debut

Sacramento Kings guard Darius Acuff Jr. impressed in the California Classic as they went undefeated in three games. It was the perfect start for the young rookie, and he looked to carry the momentum to the NBA Summer League.

Zach Lavine News / Larry Brown Sports / July 8

Notable update emerges on Zach LaVine's future

Zach LaVine is one of the last men standing in Sacramento, and it may be that way for a little while longer. The Sacramento Kings guard LaVine has had no active talks with the team about a potential buyout to this point, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Wednesday.