Malik Monk News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Adebayo, Powell lead hot-shooting Heat past the Kings for a 130-117 victory

Bam Adebayo scored 25 points, Norman Powell added 22 and the Miami Heat cruised to a 130-117 road win over the Sacramento Kings

4 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Malik Monk proved his value yet again (and the Kings better be paying attention) While his minutes have been all over the place this season, Malik Monk proved once again that he's the Sacramento Kings' strongest bench thr...

1 DAY AGO • AROYALPAIN.COM

Shines off bench Monk registered 23 points (9-15 FG, 5-9 3Pt), one rebound and two assists over 26 minutes during Sunday's 117-110 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Monk tied Russsell Westbrook for the team lead in scoring, but it wasn't enough firepower to secure the victory. Monk has been hit or miss from beyond the arc lately, as he drilled seven triples Jan. 12 against the Lakers on nine attempts, but then went 0-for-6 over his next two appearances, followed by five threes Sunday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deni Avdija scores 26 points in return from back injury, Trail Blazers beat Kings 117-110

Deni Avdija had 26 points, eight assists and eight rebounds in his return from a back injury to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Sacramento Kings 117-110 on Sunday night

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Bucks' Bobby Portis stance should come as no surprise to anyone paying attention The Milwaukee Bucks have eyed Kings guards Malik Monk and Keon Ellis in a potential trade featuring Bobby Portis. This could finally be the...

3 DAYS AGO • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks' next potential shakeup worsens problem already crippling them The Milwaukee Bucks are rumored to be looking at trade for Malik Monk and Keon Ellis, which would cause more issues in the size department.

4 DAYS AGO • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Kings may have shifted gears on Malik Monk (and fans will be happy) The new Sacramento Kings' front office and coaching staff may finally see the value in Malik Monk, and may be planning to keep him.

5 DAYS AGO • AROYALPAIN.COM

Puts up 26 points in win Monk posted 26 points (9-15 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, eight assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 124-112 win over the Lakers.

Impact Monk recorded his sixth game of the campaign with at least 20 points and set a new season-high mark with 26 on the night. It's no secret that Monk is on the trade block, as the Kings seem ready to pivot to a rebuild. With a modest contract and a proven resume as a scorer and playmaker, Monk is likely to have a decent market.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Kings' Malik Monk drops 26 in win vs. Lakers. Is he back in rotation? Sacramento Kings reserve guard Malik Monk scored 26 in a win against the Los Angeles Lakers. Will his recent play lead to more minutes?

JANUARY 13 • USATODAY.COM

Malik Monk, Russell Westbrook & Coach Christie 1.12.26

JANUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

Monk hits 7 3-pointers, scores 26 points as Kings top Lakers 124-112; Doncic scores 42 in loss

Malik Monk made seven 3-pointers and scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings to a 124-112 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Posts 15 points off bench Monk closed Sunday's 111-98 win over the Rockets with 15 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block across 26 minutes.

Impact With Dennis Schroder (suspension) sidelined, Monk took on a larger role in the offense, recording 26 minutes during the victory. Russell Westbrook's resurgence and the addition of Schroder have torpedoed any fantasy value Monk had previously, and his outlier performance won't change that. He would need a trade or a string of Sacramento injuries to make a significant difference.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan & Coach Christie | Postgame Interviews 1.11.26

JANUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

DeMar DeRozan reaches 26,000 career points in Kings' victory over Rockets

DeMar DeRozan had 22 points and became the 23rd player in NBA history to reach 26,000 points, helping the Sacramento Kings beat the Houston Rockets 111-98 on Sunday night

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

Bucks' true Malik Monk feelings were just hinted at by insider The Milwaukee Bucks have rumored trade interest in Malik Monk, but they should pass on him, and recent reports suggest they know it.

JANUARY 11 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Malik Monk played for the Kings (and it might not have been what it seemed) The Sacramento Kings finally game Malik Monk some minutes, though it was against a potential trade partner for him, the Golden State Warrior...

JANUARY 10 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Re-emerges in rotation Monk recorded eight points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes off the bench in Friday's 137-103 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Monk hadn't played in any of the Kings' previous three games in coach's decision, but he re-emerged on the second unit Friday after head coach Doug Christie elected to drop Doug McDermott from the rotation and also chose to cut down Precious Achiuwa's playing time. Though he wasn't particularly productive during his time on the court, Monk could become a more consistent fixture in the rotation in the short term if the Kings intend to showcase him ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Doug Christie really needs to rethink his stance on one specific King Sacramento Kings' head coach Doug Christie continues to limit Malik Monk's minutes and usage, relegating one of the team's top bench threats...

JANUARY 3 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Kings' trade rumors with the Bucks heats up as another name enters the mix In addition to the Sacramento Kings' Zach LaVine, the Milwaukee Bucks may also be interested in Malik Monk.

JANUARY 2 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Bill Simmons pitches an Anfernee Simons trade all Celtics fans can get behind Bill Simmons suggests that the Celtics look to trade Anfernee Simons for Kings guard Malik Monk.

JANUARY 1 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Muted role continues Monk had 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-9 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Sunday's 125-101 loss to the Lakers.

Impact While Monk did hit double digits in scoring, his playing time remains discouraging. The veteran guard has averaged 7.3 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 14.3 minutes per contest across his last four games, and it wouldn't be shocking if the Kings explored trade options for Monk later this year.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks' potential Zach LaVine trade backup plan features same flaw The Milwaukee Bucks reportedly have eyes on Malik Monk via trade. Yet, he's not coming in and solving any of their most pressing issues.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Los Angeles hosts Sacramento after Leonard's 55-point game

Los Angeles hosts the Sacramento Kings after Kawhi Leonard scored 55 points in the Los Angeles Clippers' 112-99 win against the Detroit Pistons

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

No one has any idea what Doug Christie is doing with Malik Monk or why Doug Christie has benched Malik Monk with little explanation as to why, upsetting Sacramento Kings' fans.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Bucks featured among 'best fits' for cast out Kings sparkplug The Athletic's Sam Vecenie listed the Milwaukee Bucks as one of the best fits for Malik Monk on the trade market, but he's not a perfect fit...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

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Adebayo, Powell lead hot-shooting Heat past the Kings for a 130-117 victory

Deni Avdija scores 26 points in return from back injury, Trail Blazers beat Kings 117-110

Monk hits 7 3-pointers, scores 26 points as Kings top Lakers 124-112; Doncic scores 42 in loss

DeMar DeRozan reaches 26,000 career points in Kings' victory over Rockets

Los Angeles hosts Sacramento after Leonard's 55-point game