Deuce checks in from Las Vegas after the Kings’ second game of NBA Summer League.

He breaks down Darius Acuff’s latest performance, pushes back on some of the defensive narratives surrounding him and looks at what’s working and what still needs to improve. Plus, Maxime Raynaud made a loud Summer League debut after adding 20 pounds, Dylan Cardwell had his most effective game of the summer, Jonathan Mogbo made his presence felt and Nique Clifford played with confidence while battling AJ Dybantsa.

Deuce also shares quick thoughts on Emanuel Sharp, Alex Karaban and the high-end young talent on display in Vegas.

Deuce shares his takeaways from the Kings' Summer League opener in Las Vegas.

He discusses Darius Acuff's Vegas debut, why his accountability after the game stood out just as much as his play on the floor, and why he's feeling optimistic about Acuff's future as Sacramento's point guard.

Plus, thoughts on Emanuel Sharp's 21-point performance and why he looks capable of helping the Kings sooner rather than later, Alex Karaban's Summer League debut, Keaton Wagler's first game with the Clippers,and the AJ Dybantsa vs. Peterson matchup that highlighted Day 1 in Las Vegas.

Deuce reacts to the Kings' final game of the California Classic and what stood out from Darius Acuff's second appearance in Sacramento.

He discusses Acuff's 22-point performance, the areas of his game that continue to impress, the things he'll need to improve on, and why there was still plenty to like from the No. 7 pick.

Plus, he talks about Dylan Cardwell's approach to Summer League, what he'd like to see from Nique Clifford moving forward, why Marquel Sutton continues to make a strong case for himself, and reacts to the Kings waiving DeMar DeRozan.