Malik Monk News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Dealing with ankle soreness Monk (ankle) could miss time to begin the 2026-27 campaign, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Monk has been dealing with left ankle soreness throughout training camp and the preseason. While he hasn't been ruled out for Opening Night against Los Angeles, his availability will hinge on "how the ankle responds" leading up to the contest. If Monk isn't available, Nique Clifford should be considered the favorite to see more minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out again Monk (rest) is out for Tuesday's preseason game against Portland, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.

Impact Monk is one of several Kings guards who will be unavailable Tuesday, joining Zach LaVine, Ben Simmons and Darius Acuff on the sidelines. His next chance to see preseason action will come Friday against San Antonio.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Participating in practice Monk (rest) participated in Monday's practice, per James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento.

Impact Monk should make his preseason debut at some point in the near future. He'll try to do Tuesday versus Portland.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Golden State Monk (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Monk will be idle for a third consecutive preseason game. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the Trail Blazers, but it's possible that the Kings keep the veteran guard off the floor until the team's regular-season opener against the Clippers on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Lakers Monk (rest) is out for Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Monk didn't play in Monday's game against the Lakers, and he won't suit up for the rematch as well. His next chance to feature will come against the Warriors on Saturday.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Monk (rest) won't suit up for Monday's exhibition versus the Lakers, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.

Impact The Kings didn't list an injury for Monk, so this is likely just a rest day for the 28-year-old veteran. His next chance to play will come in a rematch with the Lakers on Thursday.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

What Malik Monk Said About Ben Simmons and New Offensive Roles Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk spoke after practice about sharing the court with Ben Simmons.

SEPTEMBER 30 • SI.COM

Kings should do right by Malik Monk and trade him as soon as possible Malik Monk's role on the Sacramento Kings is changing, and they should help move him to a team that values his contributions.

SEPTEMBER 27 • AROYALPAIN.COM

RJ Barrett trade possibility could reignite Raptors' interest in Malik Monk The Kings could be interested in RJ Barrett, giving the Raptors another shot at Malik Monk.

SEPTEMBER 20 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Predicting what Malik Monk will do with his player option in 2027 With a player option on the horizon, Malik Monk has to decide whether his time with the Sacramento Kings is ending or not.

SEPTEMBER 17 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Faces increased competition for minutes The Kings signed Ben Simmons to a one-year deal Friday, adding another playmaker to Sacramento's second unit who could challenge Monk for playing time.

Impact Simmons ended up sitting out the entire 2025-26 campaign but will return to the Association this season. He's a versatile defender who could take on a meaningful role thanks to his playmaking ability, though Simmons' arrival may result in Monk seeing fewer minutes. The 28-year-old guard averaged 12.5 points, 3.0 assists and 1.9 rebounds in 22.0 minutes per game across 62 regular-season games (three starts) last season, marking his fewest minutes per game since he played for the Hornets in the 2020-21 campaign. Monk has a $21.6 million player option for 2027-28 and remains a candidate to be traded after having been the subject of trade rumors throughout the 2025-26 season.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Malik Monk is the Kings' most expensive bench player (and that says a lot) The Sacramento Kings are currently spending a healthy chunk of change on Malik Monk with no substantial plan on how to use him.

SEPTEMBER 3 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Exploring Malik Monk's Curiously Quiet Offseason With Kings After a year of trade rumors, it's been an oddly quiet offseason for Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk.

AUGUST 30 • SI.COM

Adding a new point guard may slide Malik Monk right off the Kings' depth chart Continuing changes to the Sacramento Kings' roster threaten Malik Monk's position on this rebuilding team.

AUGUST 29 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Malik Monk's future as a King depends highly on this season The Sacramento Kings' have not announced their plans for Malik Monk, though he has the ability to make decisions for them.

AUGUST 21 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Everything to Know About Malik Monk's Potential Contract Extension Malik Monk is now extension eligible with the Sacramento Kings.

AUGUST 16 • SI.COM

Can Malik Monk thrive on the new look Kings? While the Sacramento Kings' roster keeps getting younger, Malik Monk has the opportunity to play a bigger role than some people seem to thin...

AUGUST 1 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Could the Malik Monk be at the core of a Kings/Rockets trade? The Sacramento Kings should explore the option of trading Malik Monk to the Houston Rockets for Fred VanVleet.

JULY 16 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Will Malik Monk get traded this summer? The Sacramento Kings have to move several players this summer, and one of them is likely to be Malik Monk.

JULY 12 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Jonathan Kuminga can follow Malik Monk's proven Lakers blueprint Jonathan Kuminga can get his long-term financial security like the former Los Angeles Lakers guard did.

JULY 9 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Shaky standing for 2026-27 Monk's (personal) role for 2026-27 is undetermined after Sacramento landed Darius Acuff in Tuesday's draft.

Impact It was somewhat of a surprise that the Kings didn't trade Monk in 2024-25, as his 22.0 minutes per game were his lowest since 2020-21. The veteran guard is under contract for next year, but the selection of Acuff and emergence of Nique Clifford late last season appear to push Monk even further down the depth chart this summer. That said, Monk could also have a meaningful Opening Night role if Russell Westbrook leaves this offseason.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Maybe it's time for the Kings to let go of Malik Monk Malik Monk has been key to the Sacramento Kings' bench for years, but his time with the team has run its course.

MAY 24 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Ruled out for Sunday Monk (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Portland.

Impact Monk will miss Sacramento's regular-season finale while attending to a personal matter. He will finish the 2025-26 campaign with averages of 12.5 points, 3.0 assists, 1.9 rebounds and 0.6 steals across 22.0 minutes per game in 62 regular-season appearances (three starts).

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Doug Christie, Malik Monk Respond to Kings' Tanking Allegations The Sacramento Kings were recently involved in the NBA's tanking investigation.

APRIL 10 • SI.COM

Available for Sunday Monk (personal) is available for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Monk is no longer on the injury report after missing Friday's game against the Pelicans. He's been hot over his last five games with 16.0 points, 7.4 assists and 2.6 three-pointers.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

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