Darius Acuff is projected to be one of the top players selected in the upcoming NBA Draft set for Monday, June 23 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.
During his lone season at Arkansas, Acuff averaged 23.5 points, 6.4 assists and 3.1 rebounds per contest while shooting 48.4 percent from the field, 44.0 percent from 3-point range and 80.9 percent from the free throw line.
Read on for a closer look at what Acuff's high school career might tell us about his NBA future.
Darius Acuff averaged 23.7 points and 5.0 assists per contest as a senior at IMG Academy. (FILE PHOTO: Julie L. Brown)
Prospect Report Card
High school record/path: Rose into the national spotlight during his sophomore season when he led Cass Tech to its first Division 1 state championship with a record of 27-1. Led IMG Academy to a record of 41-17 during his final two seasons.
Stats/accomplishments: Averaged more than 20 points and five assists in three straight seasons. Acuff earned MaxPreps Michigan Player of the Year honors as a sophomore before leading Nike EYBL Scholastic in scoring during his junior and senior years to earn MaxPreps All-America honors each season.
Outstanding achievement: Earned MVP honors at the Iverson Classic after posting game-highs of 32 points and 11 assists in a 164-151 victory for Team Loyalty. Acuff also earned co-MVP at the City of Palms Classic during his senior year after averaging over 30 points per game at the event.
Needs work: With little experience playing off the ball during his career, how will Acuff operate if he is not the focal point in an offensive system at the next level? His size also could be an obstacle to overcome against NBA size.
Best fit/likely landing spot: Projected to be selected in the No. 5 to No. 7 range, the best case-scenario for Acuff's development would likely be the Brooklyn Nets at No. 6 where he is able to be a primary ball-handler and control the offense alongside breakout wing Michael Porter Jr.
Grades
Pro potential: B+
2025-26 college season: A
High school resume: A-
