Jalen Rose says Kings should trade Sabonis to clear way for Acuff Jr.

Acuff is averaging 26.1 points through 7 games this season

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What happened: Jalen Rose said the Kings should trade Domantas Sabonis to make room for Darius Acuff Jr., per Yahoo Sports. The comments follow reported locker-room tension in Sacramento.

Why it matters: Sacramento is 1-6 in 2026-27 and sits 15th in the seeding. Its most recent game was a 115-100 win at Dallas on Nov. 2, the team's first victory of the season.

By the numbers: Acuff Jr. is averaging 26.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 6.3 assists in 2026-27 through 7 games.

What to watch: Sabonis's trade status remains the question to watch for the Kings.

Sources

Yahoo Sports Nov 03, 2026 · 19:01 UTC

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