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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Seneca Cabrera

10 Photos of Darius Acuff Jr.: March Madness Star Turns Heads With Historic Shoe Deal

Darius Acuff Jr. (Credit: @dariusacuff5/Instagram)

Darius Acuff Jr. has emerged as one of the standout players of the 2026 NCAA March Madness tournament, combining on-court performance with a commercial milestone. The Arkansas freshman guard has been widely featured during the tournament following a series of high-scoring performances that helped his team reach the Sweet 16.

Acuff has signed a signature shoe deal with Reebok, becoming the first NCAA men's basketball player to receive such an agreement with a major US brand while still in college. The deal was confirmed by Reebok's head of basketball, Jide Osifeso.

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