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Sacramento Kings’ Malik Monk Sidelined by Calf Strain, Impacting Playoff Hopes

The Kings' key bench scorer is out for at least two weeks, including the remainder of the regular season and play-in tournament games.

Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings brings the ball up court during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on April 06, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Apr 4, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) drives to the basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the second quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/File Photo
Apr 4, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) shoots during pregame warm ups against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Malik Monk suffered a left calf strain during the first quarter of Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons, forcing him out for at least two weeks.
  • The injury rules Monk out for the Kings’ final three regular-season games and the critical NBA Play-In Tournament matchups.
  • Monk was enjoying a career-best season, averaging 17.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game across 65 appearances.
  • The Kings, currently the ninth seed in the Western Conference, face challenging opponents in their bid to secure a playoff spot.
  • Sacramento signed guard Terence Davis from the G League to bolster their roster in Monk’s absence as injuries continue to strain the team.