NBA·ANALYSIS·October 29, 2026 09:36 PM ET

Acuff scores 21 before halftime for Kings

Sacramento entered the game 0-4.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 39m1 min read

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What happened: Darius Acuff Jr. became the fourth Kings rookie to record multiple 20-point halves.

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Why it matters: Sacramento was seeking its first win of the season. Acuff's scoring gave the Kings a chance to end their winless start.

By the numbers: Sacramento lost its previous game 130-103 on Oct. 27.

What to watch: The second half will determine whether the Kings turn Acuff's scoring into a win.

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