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Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 20
Darius Acuff Jr, Alex Karaban’s biggest red flags from 2026 Kings Summer League
Summer League is built on hope, but it also has a way of exposing uncomfortable truths. For the Sacramento Kings, those lessons carried great weight. Darius Acuff Jr and Alex Karaban both produced stretches that justified the organization’s belief in their long-term upside.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 20
3 Matchups to Watch for After Kings' Preseason Release
With Summer League behind us, we officially end the dog days of summer, where all we can do is wait, but after the Sacramento Kings released their preseason schedule for the 2026-27 NBA seasoon.
Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / July 20
What Are the Biggest Takeaways From the Kings’ Summer League?
The NBA Summer League offered an opportunity to witness the Kings’ new rookies, Darius Acuff Jr., Alex Karaban and Emanuel Sharp in action. Fans also watched seasoned second-year prospects like Maxime Raynaud, Dylan Cardwell and Nique Clifford play in several games.
The 'Youngest 35-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 35 points in a game before turning 20 years old can you name in five minutes?
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 20
Former NBA Star John Wall Has Unparalleled Praise for Kings' Darius Acuff Jr.
The Sacramento Kings took a chance on Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick, and while there are some early concerns about his game, it is hard to say it was a bad pick.
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.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 20
Kings' Next Signing Could Be More Obvious Than We Expected
With no move immediately following the waiving of DeMar DeRozan, the Sacramento Kings still sit with two open roster spots nearly a month after the 2026 NBA Draft.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 19
Stats Show 2-Big Lineup Could Work For Kings, On One Condition
With Summer League in the rearview mirror , all eyes turn towards the regular season for the Sacramento Kings. There are still countless questions surrounding the Sacramento Kings, but the roster appears to be taking shape as trade rumors quiet down.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 19
Kings GM Scott Perry Defends Darius Acuff Jr. Over Defense Concerns
The Sacramento Kings drafted Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick in this year's draft, and despite the 19-year-old Arkansas product showing signs of being an offensive star, there are undeniable concerns about his defense.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 18
Kings' Biggest Need Following Up and Down Summer League
The Sacramento Kings just finished an up-and-down Summer League where they swept the California Classic by winning all three games, but finished 2-3 after the games shifted to Las Vegas.
DeMar DeRozan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18
DeMar DeRozan is being linked to one surprising new team
DeMar DeRozan might be getting the call from the Motor City. The Detroit Pistons are evaluating the possibility of signing the veteran scorer DeRozan in free agency, longtime NBA writer Marc Stein reported to Substack this week.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 18
Kings Summer League Grades: Acuff Flashes Star Potential
With Summer League officially in the rearview , the Sacramento Kings will look ahead to what should be an interesting regular season as they continue their rebuild.
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.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 18
3 Takeaways as Kings End Rough Summer League On High Note
After leaving the comfort of Sacramento and Golden 1 Center, the Sacramento Kings headed to Las Vegas for Summer League. Whether it was the nightlife, the heat, or just an overmatched roster, the Kings could never really get it going in Vegas.
Darius Acuff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16
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.
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.
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.
NBA 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.
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.
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.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 6
DeMar DeRozan hitting free agency after being waived by Kings
One of the NBA's most respected veterans is suddenly available after a surprise move Monday afternoon.
Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2
Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal
The Kings have signed rookie guard Emanuel Sharp to a three-year deal worth a total of $6.35MM, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link). Signed using the second-round pick exception, Sharp’s deal will pay him his minimum salary, with a team option on the third year.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29
Are Pistons, Kings nearing sign-and-trade to swap All-Star centers Jalen Duren, Domantas Sabonis?
The craziness that has been the 2026 NBA offseason just continues to stay crazy on a daily basis.
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