Prediction markets favor the Nets taking this one-and-done point guard in the 2026 NBA Draft
Prediction markets indicate that the Brooklyn Nets are likely to select Arkansas freshman Darius Acuff Jr. with the sixth pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Acuff Jr. has garnered attention for his scoring and playmaking abilities, leading the SEC in points and assists. Other potential picks include Kingston Flemings and Mikel Brown Jr., both of whom also have strong draft prospects.
- ▪The Brooklyn Nets hold the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- ▪Darius Acuff Jr. leads the prediction markets with a 21 percent chance of being selected sixth.
- ▪Acuff Jr. averaged 23.5 points and 6.4 assists, leading Arkansas to a conference tournament title.
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Betting Prediction markets favor the Nets taking this one-and-done point guard in the 2026 NBA Draft By Mike Turay Published May 27, 2026, 5:18 p.m. ET Brooklyn Nets GM Sean Marks addressing the media. Jason Skenes / New York Post See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. While the Knicks will be competing in their first NBA Finals in nearly thirty years, the Nets also have important plans in June. Brooklyn holds the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and has multiple roster spots to improve.
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