Darius Acuff, the Arkansas point guard who dominated the SEC this season, has been invited to the NBA Draft Green Room, a clear signal that the league views him among the elite prospects heading into the upcoming draft.
His accolades include the Bob Cousy Award, recognizing him as the nation’s top point guard, as well as SEC Player and Freshman of the Year honors, and a consensus First‑Team All‑American selection.
Averaging 23.5 points and 6.4 assists per game, Acuff also contributed 0.8 steals while guiding the Razorbacks to both the SEC Tournament title and a run to the NCAA Sweet 16.
Analysts project the guard to be selected within the top ten picks, potentially making him the fifth one‑and‑done player in Arkansas history to enter the NBA draft.
Razorbacks Poised for Draft Impact
Fellow Razorbacks Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile are also expected to hear their names called, with Thomas slated for a mid‑to‑late first‑round slot and Brazile projected as an early‑to‑mid second‑round pick.
Jeremy Woo, a draft analyst for ESPN, highlighted Acuff’s high‑level offensive upside, noting that his playmaking and scoring ability could translate well to the professional game.
The buzz surrounding the Arkansas contingent reflects a resurgence of the program’s NBA pipeline, drawing attention from fans and commentators alike as the draft approaches.