2026 NBA draft thread

[mvossman]

My main problem with Acuff is he will define everything going forward.

You're going to have to build a defense around him. Maybe he will get better but he's a complete nonfactor on defense whether on- or off-ball. Because of this, he's going to need to be an elite offensive player to make up for his deficiencies, meaning he has to become one of the best offensive players in the league. That's a lot to ask from a player that could be challenged by longer, more athletic defenders in the NBA. His game is a bit of an anachronism as well. The best teams in the league are increasingly long, switchable, and use multiple initiators. Acuff is different so you'll also need to build your offense around him. He will be a very high usage player and he's already one of the highest usage players in the NCAA... comparable to Flagg's usage at Duke.

I don't think you will have to build your offense around Acuff.  He will likely be the primary initiator because he is really good at it, but he can play off ball as well.  He is an elite catch and shoot player.

The defense is a legit concern, but on the other hand I think he is top 3 in this draft for chances to be an elite creator.  That is so difficult to find that I think its worth it.  Its a lot easier to find 3&D players than elite creators.