Darius Acuff Jr.
#10Arkansas
Scout Report
The top-10 national recruit has already made the jump to college basketball, bringing elite point guard skills and championship pedigree to Fayetteville.
Background
Hailing from Bradenton, Florida, Acuff Jr. polished his craft at the prestigious IMG Academy, where he competed alongside some of the nation's most elite prospects. During his time at IMG, he shared the court with future stars like Bamba Touray and Dylan Betts, while also playing alongside fellow 2025 standout Sadiq White Jr. His development at IMG helped elevate him to a top-10 ranking in the 2025 recruiting class.
Playing Style
At 6-2, Acuff Jr. possesses ideal size for the point guard position, allowing him to see over defenses and finish through contact in the paint. His court vision and basketball IQ stand out as his primary weapons, consistently finding teammates in advantageous positions while managing tempo effectively. The Florida native combines solid ball-handling skills with the ability to knock down perimeter shots, making him a dual threat in pick-and-roll situations. His experience playing with elite competition at IMG Academy has prepared him well for the physicality and pace of SEC basketball.
Recruitment
After fielding offers from Arkansas, Cal, American, and Florida, Acuff Jr. ultimately chose to commit to the Razorbacks and is now suiting up for Eric Musselman's program. His immediate enrollment demonstrates his readiness to contribute at the college level, with the potential to develop into a multi-year impact player in one of the nation's most competitive conferences.
Updated Feb 17, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Arkansas
COLLEGE
IMG Academy
PREP SCHOOL
Team Final
AAU
Career Highlights
Darius Acuff stamped his HS career with another accolade to add to his collection
5⭐️ Darius Acuff (no. 10 ESPN 100) has committed to Arkansas
Darius Acuff to ESPN on head coach Coach John Calipari: We have a great relationship. We have been close for a year and a half. Growing up, I knew what type of guard coach he was. He built the best relationship with me. He keeps it real. It's like he is already your coach when
Darius Acuff Jr. joins Reebok Basketball family as 6'2" point guard heading into freshman year
Offers
4
Arkansas
Attending
Chose Arkansas over 3 other offers
Cal
American
FloridaHighlights
Social Activity
"A lion has to eat. Run with me or run from me." - Kobe Bryant https://t.co/nS2oQn56zj
"The storm eventually ends. And when the storm does end, you want to make sure that you’re ready.” - Kobe Bryant https://t.co/cz32KoovKW
5⭐️ Darius Acuff tallied 17 points and 9 assists in IMG Academy’s 67-53 victory against Orangeville 🫡 @DariusAcuff | @IMGABasketball https://t.co/bB3MDPsuiG
Darius Acuff to ESPN on head coach Coach John Calipari: "We have a great relationship. We have been close for a year and a half. Growing up, I knew what type of guard coach he was. He built the best relationship with me. He keeps it real. It’s like he is already your coach when https://t.co/EmsvSMJnJq
What will ESPN No.10 Darius Acuff bring to Arkansas? @DariusAcuff @RazorbackMBB @CoachCalArk https://t.co/yjj9RNBtgr