Darius Acuff Jr. Works Out for Bulls, Nets, and Jazz as Draft Nears

Darius Acuff Jr. worked out for the Chicago Bulls on Friday as the NBA draft approaches, according to Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report. The 6-foot-2 guard from the University of Texas is generating buzz as a potential first-round pick, with the Bulls holding the No. 4 and No. 15 selections in the July 26 draft. Acuff, who also worked out with the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, is expected to meet with the Utah Jazz in the coming days.

Acuff is one of the most versatile guards in this year’s draft class. He averaged 15.3 points, 4.9 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per game in his lone season with the Longhorns. His 89% free throw shooting and 34.3% three-point accuracy highlight his scoring efficiency, while his 2.9 steals per game show his defensive awareness. Scouts project him as a late first-rounder or mid-second-rounder, with some teams viewing him as a potential developmental piece.

He is not the only prospect the Bulls have evaluated recently. Over the past week, they also worked out K eaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, Nate Ament, and Morez Johnson. The team is clearly casting a wide net as it prepares to make its first major decision with the No. 4 pick. Earlier mock drafts have placed Acuff outside the top 10, but his recent workouts could elevate his stock.

The Bulls are in need of a guard who can contribute off the ball and defend multiple positions. Acuff’s ability to create for others and his basketball IQ make him a fit for Chicago’s modern, spacing-oriented offense. The team has leaned toward perimeter playmakers in recent drafts, and Acuff’s skill set aligns with that strategy.

Brooklyn and Utah are also interested in Acuff, suggesting he could be in play for a team looking to add a young guard with upside. The Jazz, who hold the No. 2 pick, are expected to focus on a wing or forward, but they may consider a guard if the right fit emerges. Acuff’s combination of size, speed, and shooting makes him worth a look for multiple teams.

Acuff’s college season was brief but impactful. He arrived in Austin after a standout year at IMG Academy and immediately made an impression with his maturity and court vision. His 2.9 steals per game ranked in the top 20 nationally among guards, and his 34.3% three-point shooting rate was above average for his position.

The NBA draft is less than three weeks away, and Acuff is still in the running for a first-round selection. The Bulls, Nets, and Jazz will continue to evaluate his fit and potential in the coming days. With multiple teams showing interest, Acuff could find himself rising on draft boards as the July 26 deadline nears.