Darius Acuff Jr declares for 2026 NBA Draft after standout Arkansas season
Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr has announced his intention to enter the 2026 NBA Draft following a spectacular freshman campaign.
The highly-rated prospect revealed his decision during a national television broadcast on Wednesday, confirming his leap to the professional ranks.
He departs the collegiate level having firmly established himself as a projected lottery pick ahead of next year’s selection process.
A prolific freshman campaign
During his solitary season in Fayetteville, the dynamic playmaker delivered consistently elite offensive performances.
He averaged an impressive 23.5 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game.
Those commanding displays were instrumental in helping the Razorbacks secure a deep run to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
Highly coveted draft prospect
Scouts have closely monitored his development throughout the collegiate season.
ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo currently ranks the former Arkansas star as the sixth overall available player in the upcoming draft class.
Securing a spot high in the lottery would cap a remarkably rapid ascent for the teenage star.
NBA franchises will now eagerly anticipate the pre-draft evaluation process as they assess the explosive scorer’s transition to the professional game.
