Acuff Jr. is projected as a top-ten pick, so the front office must act if he is available at No. 7.
Kingston Flemings – Point Guard, Houston
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Flemings, a 6-foot-4 two-way guard, was Houston's primary option despite the program having just contested the national title game.
His defensive skills—frame, length, and physical tools—fit head coach Doug Christie's system.
His playing style draws comparisons to De'Aaron Fox.
Flemings is also projected as a top-ten talent, making him a prime alternative if Acuff Jr. is taken earlier.
Tarris Reed Jr. – Center, UConn
If the Kings secure a guard early, targeting a big man is the next step.
Reed Jr., 6-foot-11 and 265 pounds, led UConn to the 2026 National Championship, averaging 14.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game.
He earned Most Outstanding Player honors on the NCAA tournament East All-Region Team.
Reed Jr. is a mobile interior player who controls the glass, scores in the low post, and has a developing mid-range shot.
He is projected to go early in the second round, making him a clear target for Sacramento's later picks.
Richie Saunders – Guard/Forward, BYU
Saunders, 6-foot-5 and 200 pounds, averaged 18 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 48.9 percent.
His draft projection sits between the 40th and 45th picks due to his off-ball scoring, shooting versatility, and connective style.
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His final season was cut short by an ACL tear on Valentine's Day, but he had been part of BYU's core trio that reached March Madness.
