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SAC • Guard • #0
14 days ago
While Keon Ellis (two points and one blocked shot in 22 minutes) continues to start for the injured Zach LaVine, Monk has worked his way back into the Kings’ rotation. However, the scoring output has not been what some fantasy managers may have hoped. Monk has scored 11 points or fewer in each of his last three appearances, with Sunday being the only time he hit double figures. Fantasy managers who may have considered adding Monk in the aftermath of his return to the rotation should hold off on doing that.
SAC • Guard • #0
28 days ago
Monk’s usage continues to be all over the map, but he remains an effective scorer when handed 25-plus minutes. The 27-year-old sharpshooter knocked down 3-of-5 from three-point range and drained all seven of his free throw attempts to come up just shy of reaching the 20-point plateau. The Kings have a pair of contests against the Trail Blazers on tap before closing out next week with a home matchup against the Rockets.
SAC • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk has recorded three 20-point games in his last five appearances, with his fantasy ceiling being slightly higher than usual due to Dennis Schröder’s absence due to injury. Over the last four games, Monk has provided top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. He’s still rostered in 22 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which may be a bit low due to the combination of his production and Schröder’s absence. However, the schedule does not work in Monk’s favor, as the Kings play only one more game in Week 7.
SAC • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk was initially probable for Wednesday’s game, so the upgrade in status was expected. With Dennis Schröder still out, Monk will spend more time on the ball, running the show when Russell Westbrook isn’t on the floor. There will also be times when the two are playing alongside each other.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Previous reports indicated that Monk was expected to play on Wednesday despite missing practice on Monday. That will hold true, as he has officially been listed as probable. He’ll continue to play a large reserve role after scoring 21 points in 34 minutes on Sunday.
Source: Jason Anderson
SAC • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Shoulder soreness kept Monk out of Monday’s practice, but the Kings’ schedule works in his favor. Sacramento only plays two games during Week 7 and won’t return to action until Wednesday, giving the athletic guard some time to recover. The expectation is that Monk will play against the Rockets.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAC • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk finished Sunday’s defeat one point shy of his season high, shooting just under 50 percent from the field. Even better for fantasy managers was the veteran guard recording a complete stat line, something he’s done on four other occasions this season. Rostered in 22 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Monk sits just outside the top-150 in nine-cat formats. Given his importance to the Kings’ rotation, he’s worth rostering in 14-team leagues, but 12-team league managers can afford to look elsewhere for production.
SAC • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Monk scored 16 of his 22 points off the bench in the second half, knocking down seven of 12 shots after the break to help Sacramento mount a late comeback effort. The veteran sharpshooter did a little bit of everything in this one, adding two rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in a performance that felt like a full Thanksgiving plate. He can be safely ignored in most fantasy leagues but should see a few additional shot opportunities while Domantas Sabonis remains sidelined with left knee soreness.
SAC • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Monk will be back after a one-game absence against Atlanta on Wednesday. He should return to playing his typical large role off the bench, though the rotation could look a little different. Dennis Schroder will reportedly come off the bench, which will limit Monk’s usage.
Source: Matt George
SAC • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Monk missed Sacramento’s last game and could miss a second straight outing. Kings coach Doug Christie discussed switching up the starters, so if Monk plays, that could mean he bumps into the opening group. His absence should lead to more minutes for Keon Ellis, Russell Westbrook and Nique Clifford.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
The Kings will be without one of their key scorers off the bench on the second night of a back-to-back, as Monk deals with a sore ankle. The veteran guard is posting career-highs in shooting efficiency over nine games this season and averaging 14.2 points per game. As a result, Keon Ellis and Russell Westbrook should be even more involved off the bench for the Kings on Wednesday.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Guard • #0
2 months ago
Monk, who played 28 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Nuggets, is dealing with a sore left ankle. If he’s unable to play against the Hawks, more minutes would become available to Keon Ellis, who logged 14 on Tuesday. With Zach LaVine already out, Ellis would be worthy of deep-league streaming consideration if Monk cannot play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
2 months ago
Despite coming off the bench, Monk’s role expanded with Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis sidelined. Sure enough, he came through with his second 20-point game of the season in his first action since missing two games for personal reasons. If LaVine remains out for additional games, Monk will be worth taking a flier on. Nique Clifford started Wednesday’s victory, finishing with 12 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers in 33 minutes.
SAC • Guard • #0
2 months ago
After missing the last two games for personal reasons, Monk will be available for Wednesday’s game. He’ll likely slide into his usual role off the bench, but there’s a chance he starts since Zach LaVine (back) is questionable. LaVine was also questionable ahead of Monday’s loss to the Nuggets, but started and played 37 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
2 months ago
Monk will miss a second straight game for personal reasons, freeing up additional minutes for a few of the Kings’ other reserves. Russell Westbrook played 34 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Bucks and may take on a similar workload on Monday. However, the Kings can also call on Keon Ellis and Nique Clifford to absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to Monk.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
2 months ago
Monk had 15 points in 28 minutes against the Bulls on Wednesday. He’s already been ruled out in advance of Saturday’s game against the Bucks for personal reasons. Russell Westbrook and Keon Ellis will have bigger roles with Monk out.
SAC • Guard • #0
3 months ago
On the Heels of a 19-point season-opening performance, Monk logged a consecutive productive scoring performance off the bench. He shot efficiently, again, and accounted for nearly half of his team’s three-point total in the win. The veteran guard ultimately used that efficiency from deep to finish as the team’s second-leading scorer. Monk has now scored 39 points and tallied nine three-pointers through two games thus far. He is off to a fast start to begin the season after an injury-plagued 2024-25 campaign.
SAC • Guard • #0
3 months ago
Monk returned to the Kings’ rotation after missing the final two preseason games due to an illness. He looked sharp offensively, shooting the ball well and scoring 19 of Sacramento’s 37 bench points. Even though he came off the bench, Monk is a more valuable option to fantasy league managers with Keegan Murray (thumb) and Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) unavailable. With spot starters Nique Clifford and Drew Eubanks (4/4/0/2/4) combining to score six points, the Kings needed someone to step up. Although it was in a losing effort, Monk answered the call. Rostered in 36 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s worth adding while Murray and Sabonis are out.
SAC • Guard • #0
3 months ago
Monk will miss a second consecutive preseason game due to illness. With Keegan Murray (thumb) sidelined, Monk is one of the potential replacements in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis is also in the mix, and the absences will likely push him into the starting five for Friday’s preseason finale at a minimum. Rookie Nique Clifford’s playing time may increase, and his name is one to file away for the future due to the positional versatility.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
After enduring a two-game slump in which he scored 14 points on 6-of-23 shooting, Monk got untracked Friday night. Facing one of the worst defenses in the NBA, he shot over 50 percent from the field, and the 17 points were the most in a game for Malik since March 20, before he missed three games due to an illness. Friday’s version of Monk is what the Kings and fantasy managers will need on Sunday when Sacramento ends Week 22 with a game in Cleveland.
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
This was Monk’s third game back from a three-game absence, and he remained in a reserve role for a third-straight game after being a consistent starter since December. He has really struggled since returning from an illness, and that continued in this game. He was able to somewhat make up for a terrible shooting performance with some rebound and assist production, but overall, it was another poor night as a reserve. Keon Ellis continues to start, and there is no reason to think that Monk will reclaim his starting role if he continues to play like this.
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
After missing Sacramento’s last three games, Monk made his return to the rotation on Thursday. He was listed as a starter and even announced as one in the arena, but he ended up coming off the bench, with Keon Ellis remaining in the starting lineup. Ellis ended up playing 31 minutes to Monk’s 17 and contributing 10 points, three rebounds, two assists, six steals, one block and two triples. It’s unclear if Ellis will continue to start, or if Monk is still getting his conditioning back after dealing with an illness. This is a situation worth keeping an eye on.
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk will be back after missing Sacramento’s last three games. He should return to his typical spot in the starting unit, which will push Keon Ellis back to the bench. In a reserve role, Ellis doesn’t offer the same upside that he did as a starter.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk has missed the Kings’ last three games, and Keon Ellis has replaced him in the starting lineup. He’ll retain that role if Malik cannot play on Thursday and should be streamed in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tuesday’s game will be Monk’s third straight missed due to illness. Keon Ellis will remain in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming when allowed to take on those responsibilities. Devin Carter (illness), who has been cleared to play, may pick up a few more minutes off the bench.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk and Carter missed Monday’s loss to the Celtics, with the former’s absence opening up a place in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis filled the void, playing 37 minutes, while Markelle Fultz logged 11 as the backup. Ellis will return to the bench if Monk can play, while Carter’s availability does not significantly impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk will miss a second-straight game with this illness. Keon Ellis will likely remain in the starting unit once again. Ellis had 20 points, nine rebounds, six assists and three three-pointers in 37 minutes as a starter on Saturday and could be in for another big night.
Source: Sacramento Kings
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, with Keon Ellis replacing him in the starting lineup. Ellis would be worth streaming if Monk has to miss another game. As for Carter, the rookie has provided limited fantasy value in a reserve role, so there isn’t much to gain from rostering him in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Monk will miss Saturday’s game due to illness, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis is the likely replacement and worth streaming in deep leagues. Devin Carter should play more minutes off the bench, but the rookie should not be viewed as a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Chicago didn’t have any answers for Malik Monk, especially in the first half as he entered the break with 19 points and five three-pointers. He didn’t knock down any triples after halftime, but he was still able to set a new season-high for scoring despite the loss. Monk had quite the rough patch that lasted from the middle of February until last week, but he has figured things out recently. Over Sacramento’s last three games, Monk has averaged 28 points, 6.7 assists and 4.3 three-pointers per game.