Malik Monk is dealing with right groin soreness but is expected to take the court for the Sacramento Kings in their upcoming game against the Houston Rockets on January 16, 2025. Monk did not play in the recent game against the Milwaukee Bucks, where the Kings lost by a margin of 15 points.
What It Means
Malik Monk has been a significant contributor for the Kings this season, averaging 17.2 points per game, which ranks him fourth on his team and twentieth at his position. He also leads his team in three-point makes with an average of 2.4 per game. The Kings have performed better offensively when Monk is in the lineup, averaging 117.5 points per game compared to just 110.5 when he is out. This season, Monk has played in 32 games and missed eight, with the team holding an 18-14 record when he plays.
