Overview
- At the NBA Draft Combine, Darius Acuff Jr. said he expects to be a “superstar point guard” and confirmed he met with the Brooklyn Nets, who hold pick No. 6.
- Recent mock drafts from ESPN, Bleacher Report, The Ringer, and The Athletic often project him to Brooklyn at No. 6, a rebuilding roster that could offer immediate minutes.
- His combine testing boosted his case with a 6-2 barefoot height, a 6-7 wingspan, and the top time in the three-quarter sprint.
- He dominated as an Arkansas freshman with 23.5 points and 6.4 assists per game, becoming the first player since 1970 to lead the SEC in both categories.
- Scouts question his defense and size, and he said he must show more effort and focus on that end to stay on the floor.