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5 Tyson Acuff

5 Tyson Acuff

  • Position:
    Guard
  • Height:
    6-4
  • Weight:
    202
  • Class:
    Graduate Student
  • Hometown:
    Detroit, Mich.
  • Highschool:
    Cass Technical

Summary

Biography

As a graduate student, Tyson Acuff joins the Scarlet Knights after an impressive scoring season at Eastern Michigan. Known for his shooting ability and knack for driving to the rim, Acuff ranked eighth in Division I with 21.7 points per game during the 2023-24 season. His skill set includes creating his own shot, converting two-thirds of his attempts at the rim, and showcasing dynamic play-making and high energy on the court.

At Rutgers (2024-25): 
  • Played in 32 games (four startss)
  • Averaging 5.3 points in 15.5 minutes per game, shooting 39.2% from three-point distance (best on the team)
  • Had seven points and team high seven rebounds in 24 minutes against Notre Dame (Nov. 26)
  • Had breakout performance by leading team with 17 points against Wisconsin (Jan. 6)
  • Scored 10 points against Purdue (Jan. 9) 
  • Joined starting lineup for first time for win over UCLA (Jan. 13), along with Nebraska win and at Penn State
  • Scored in double figures in six of the last 12 games of the season
  • Scored 16 points against USC in Big Ten Tournament (March 12)
Prior to Rutgers

At Eastern Michigan (2022-23 and 2023-24):
  • Led the Mid-American Conference (MAC) and ranked eighth nationally with 21.7 points per game in 2023-24.
  • Started 27 games, shooting 43.3% from the field, 50% on two-point attempts, and 81.1% from the free-throw line.
  • Scored 25 or more points in eight games, with a season-high of 34 points against Bowling Green.
  • Averaged 14.3 points per game in 2022-23 across 30 starts, shooting 45.8% from the field.
At Duquesne University (2020-21 and 2021-22):
  • Played two seasons, starting 16 games in 2021-22 and leading the team with a 39.4% three-point shooting rate.
  • Recorded five double-digit scoring efforts, highlighting his improvement from his freshman year.
  • Achieved career-highs of seven rebounds and three three-pointers in a single game.
High School:
  • Attended Cass Technical High School in Detroit, Michigan, averaging 27.6 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists as a senior.
  • Helped his team secure three public school league titles and was a finalist for Michigan Mr. Basketball.
  • Scored a career-high 44 points against Detroit Henry Ford.
Personal:
  • Tyson has developed a reputation as an elite shot-maker and playmaker.
  • He is eager to bring his leadership skills on and off the court and help the team in any way necessary.
  • Tyson suffered a foot injury early in the offseason but has since fully recovered and will be ready for the start of the season.
  • He is excited to share the floor with other elite shot-makers and looks forward to having more space to operate on the court. 
Coach Pikiell’s Remarks:
  • “Tyson Acuff can score, and we’re thrilled to add the eighth leading scorer in the country to our team. I wanted a player who’s experienced and has been through some wars and he’s certainly that. He’s an elite foul shooter."
Player’s Remarks:
  • “I’m super excited to be here at this institution, first and foremost. Rutgers basketball has shown so much love and it’s been an exciting journey, from recruitment to summer, so I’m just ready to get out there.”
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