Evaluating Kings rookies, second-year guys through eight NBA summer league games originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
The Sacramento Kings finished the NBA Summer League with a 5-3 record after starting strong in Las Vegas, highlighted by the performances of rookies Darius Acuff Jr. and Alex Karaban. Acuff, the No. 7 overall pick, averaged 20.8 points but struggled with shooting efficiency, while Karaban improved throughout the tournament, notably scoring 21 points in a game against the Celtics. Emanuel Sharp demonstrated impressive defensive skills and averaged 15.7 points. Second-year players faced heightened expectations to refine their skills following a full NBA season.
