Acuff Shines in California Classic | Sacramento Kings News

Rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. stole the show at the California Classic, dropping 25 points on 29 shots in his debut and showcasing his toughness against physical defenses. He found his rhythm, hit four of nine threes, and dazzled with slick one-handed passes — all while handling the spotlight with poise. Defensively, he’s got room to grow, but his energy and presence earned him respect from opponents and fans alike. Emanuel Sharp flashed two-way potential, Dylan Cardwell brought relentless hustle with rebounding and defense (though his free throws need work), and Nique Clifford delivered solid but quieter performances. While it’s just summer league, Acuff and Sharp are already giving fans reason to believe — and the hype is just beginning as they head to Vegas. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e9cda1376a30b988