# Kings' Young Core Rising | NBA News

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Podcast: [NBA News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nba-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7442552)
Published: 2026-09-13T15:54:03+00:00
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The Sacramento Kings are betting big on their young core for the 2026-27 season, spotlighting players under 25 who could define the franchise’s future. Veteran experience meets raw potential as Darius Acuff Jr., the 19-year-old seventh overall pick, tops the list with sky-high expectations after an electrifying college career. Behind him, Jonathan Mogbo brings NBA savvy on a two-way deal, Alex Karaban offers championship pedigree and high character, Emanuel Sharp dazzles with shooting and defense, Nique Clifford aims to prove himself as backup SG, Dylan Cardwell is buzzing as a possible starting center, and Maxime Raynaud, a second-round rookie All-Star, could inherit the middle. This isn’t just about youth—it’s about building a new identity around speed, skill, and star power. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.si.com/nba/kings/onsi/ranking-every-player-under-25-in-kings-organization More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a00e64f4d7f77e17 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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