Kings G LaVine Moving Into Support Role Alongside Acuff

As the Sacramento Kings progress into the middle of the season, it is clear that rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. has the keys to the offense.

The 19-year-old standout has set multiple NBA records with his hot start to his NBA career, including the most points ever scored by a point guard through their first ten games.

For Sacramento's top two veterans, Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis, playing alongside an offensive specialist like Acuff will take some adjusting too, but LaVine is fully bought in to doing so.

On Wednesday, LaVine spoke to the media, where he talked about stepping into a secondary role alongside his new teammate.

"I'm trying to be in the best support role I can for him [Acuff], you know because he going to be real special," LaVine said.

This acceptance of a lessened offensive role is notable, especially considering the speculation surrounding Sabonis' unhappiness with how he is being used.

Both LaVine and Sabonis, who are making nearly $100 million combined this season, were floated as potential trade targets who could be moved this offseason.

But, the front office opted to stick with their core, seeing what it looks like with the addition of Acuff.

Individually, both Sabonis and LaVine are posting solid numbers, but it has not resulted in winning.

LaVine, however, has impressed as of late, scoring a team-high 31 points on 10-of-16 shooting in Tuesday's loss to the Orlando Magic.

This was the former NBA All-Star's second performance with 30 or more points on the year, and continues to highlight his efficiency.

Thus far, LaVine is averaging 22.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, shooting 50.3% from the field.

At the presser, LaVine spoke on how he plans to play alongside Acuff, getting involved despite not having the ball in his hands as much.

"This isn't for me anymore… If that's playing off the ball a little bit more, or if that's in catch-and-shoot situations… I can go out and get it, obviously…" LaVine said.

As the Kings continue to try to put the pieces together, LaVine's understanding of his role and continued support of Acuff is very promising to see.

Sacramento is back in action on Friday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, looking to make good on an eight-point loss earlier in the year.

In the two team's first matchup, LaVine scored 22 points, while Acuff led the way with a 33-point outing.

The Kings look to pick up their second victory of the season Friday night at 10:00 p.m.