Favorite player growing up: Derrick Rose Favorite food: wings Favorite movie: ? @Dariusacuff5 reveals a few of his favo Via @NBA on X

What happened: Darius Acuff, introduced by Sacramento as one of its newest Kings, shared a few of his favorite things. He named Derrick Rose as his favorite player growing up and picked wings as his go-to food.

Why it matters: Light get-to-know moments help fans connect with a new face before the 2026-27 season begins. Rose, the 2011 MVP, remains a common inspiration for young guards who grew up watching his prime.

What to watch: Acuff's role in Sacramento will take shape through the offseason and into 2026-27.

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