Sacramento Kings' De'Aaron Fox to Miss Games Due to Ankle Sprain, Expected Return Within a Week
Fox's injury comes after standout performance against Lakers; Malik Monk likely to fill in during team star's absence.
- Sacramento Kings' star guard De'Aaron Fox has sprained his ankle and is expected to be out of action for at least a week.
- Fox suffered the injury during an overtime victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, in which he scored 37 points despite the injury.
- The injury comes after Fox has been averaging 31.3 points and six assists through three games this season.
- Fox's absence could mean he misses three games, including a potential match against the Golden State Warriors.
- Malik Monk, who scored 11 of his 22 points in overtime against the Lakers, is expected to fill in for Fox during his absence.