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Malik Monk Malik Monk scores 18, adds spark off bench Friday
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 7:30 PM
Malik Monk totaled 18 points (6-of-13 FGs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal and six three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Clippers.
Analysis: Monk was consistent as a scorer throughout Friday's contest, but his biggest moments came in the third and fourth quarters, when his three-point shooting put the Kings on a run and at one point gave them a fourth-quarter lead. All of the veteran combo-guard's scoring came from deep in this game, as he finished with at least six triples for the third time this season. Monk appears to be firmly back in the nightly rotation following a stretch earlier in the season in which he saw DNP's. He's capable of big nights, but isn't someone fantasy managers should get excited about. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (eye) won't return vs. Clippers
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 6:08 PM
Mark Haynes
De'Andre Hunter (eye) will miss the remainder of Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Hunter was struck near the eye during the third quarter of Friday's contest when attempting to defend the Clippers' Kobe Sanders. He exited the game and was eventually ruled out during the fourth quarter. Hunter, who was recently acquired by the Kings via trade, has started in each of his two appearances with the team. If he has to miss any time, Nique Clifford could see an increased role. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) out Friday vs. Clippers
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 9:52 AM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is out for Friday's matchup with the Clippers.
Analysis: Sabonis has appeared in just one of the Kings' last three games, and he's logged only 19 games this season due to lingering injuries. In Sabonis' absence, Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell should continue to soak up minutes. The pair of backup centers has âsilly seasonâ appeal, as Sacramento has no incentive to play Sabonis down the stretch of a lost season. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) questionable vs. Clippers
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 2:23 PM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Sabonis is back on the injury report, having last missed Sunday's loss to the Wizards. While the veteran center was excellent in Wednesday's loss to the Grizzlies, fantasy managers should begin planning for Sabonis to get nights off with the Kings headed for the draft lottery. If Sabonis doesn't play, Maxime Raynaud would move into the starting lineup, with Dylan Cardwell also picking up additional minutes. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis has 24/15/3 line in loss to Grizz
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 6:48 PM
Domantas Sabonis had 24 points (10-of-18 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 15 rebounds, three assists and one steal in Wednesday's loss to the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Sabonis hadn't played in almost a week due to a back injury. While the 29-year-old power forward only played 24 minutes against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, he played well considering the amount of time off. Sabonis had a double-double with at least 20 points, which he hadn't had since January 23 against the Cavaliers. He's provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Kings have two more games this week, starting with a matchup against the Clippers on Friday. |
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De'Andre Hunter SAC starts Westbrook, Zach, DeMar, Hunter, Sabonis
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 3:46 PM
Frankie Cartoscelli
Russell Westbrook, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, De'Andre Hunter and Domantas Sabonis will start Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Hunter will make his Kings' debut as a starter, pushing Precious Achiuwa out of the starting lineup. As a starter, Hunter possesses a higher fantasy ceiling, but he may only be in that role until Keegan Murray returns from his sprained left ankle. Westbrook and Sabonis are back in the lineup, with the latter having missed Sacramento's last three games. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) available vs. Memphis
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 3:22 PM
Jason Anderson
Domantas Sabonis (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Sabonis is available after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Wizards. His return pushes Maxime Raynaud to the bench, where the rookie's fantasy ceiling takes a hit. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) questionable vs. Memphis
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 2:10 PM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Sabonis participated in Tuesday's practice, but he is not guaranteed to be available for Wednesday's game. If his back keeps him out for another game, Maxime Raynaud will move into the starting lineup, and Dylan Cardwell will pick up additional minutes off the bench. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook (foot) absent from injury report
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 2:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Russell Westbrook (foot) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Westbrook is good to go after missing the last three games with a sore right foot. With Dennis Schröder now a member of the Cavaliers, rookie Nique Clifford will likely serve as Westbrook's primary backup. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (ankle) out another two weeks
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 10:27 AM
Marc Spears
Keegan Murray (ankle) will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Analysis: Murray is progressing from his mild left ankle sprain. While the 25-year-old small forward is set to miss another two weeks, at which point he'll be re-evaluated by the team, he's been cleared for on-court activities. Murray's initial recovery timeline was up to a month, but we won't have another update on his health for an additional two weeks. |
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Domantas Sabonis Sabonis, Westbrook, Hunter get in full practice
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 10:02 AM
Jason Anderson
According to The Sacramento Bee's Jason Anderson, Domantas Sabonis (back), Russell Westbrook (foot) and De'Andre Hunter (trade pending) were full participants in Tuesday's practice.
Analysis: The Kings' next game is on Wednesday against the Grizzlies, and all three players have a chance to take the court. If Sabonis and Westy are cleared, they should handle their usual workloads. It's unclear where Hunter will fit into Sacramento's rotation, so fantasy managers should keep an eye on his usage once he's ready to debut. |
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DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan records 32 points, five assists
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 2:54 PM
DeMar DeRozan tallied 32 points (10-of-16 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), two rebounds, five assists, one block and one three-pointer in Sunday's loss to the Wizards.
Analysis: DeRozan's name has been mentioned in recent rumors as a player the Kings may look to move ahead of Thursday's trade deadline. Sunday's performance was a nice audition for the veteran wing, who rebounded nicely from a poor showing in Friday's blowout loss to the Celtics. And if DeRozan remains in Sacramento past the deadline, how much will he play, especially with the Kings needing to get Nique Clifford (6/3/4/2) more opportunities and adding De'Andre Hunter to the mix via Saturday's trade with the Cavaliers and Bulls? The Kings play three games in Week 16. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine goes for game-high 35 points vs. WAS
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 2:54 PM
Zach LaVine accumulated 35 points (13-of-26 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Wizards.
Analysis: After totaling 34 points in his first two games back from injury, LaVine surpassed that number on Sunday. Given the matchup, with the Wizards having the youngest team in the NBA and also headed for the draft lottery, it's unsurprising that he had a big night. However, with the trade deadline on the horizon, it's worth questioning what LaVine's future will be. The size of his contract may make it difficult for the Kings to find a trade partner, and if he doesn't get moved, how much will he play after the deadline? Sacramento plays three games in Week 16, two of which are after Thursday's trade deadline. |
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Malik Monk Malik Monk (ankle) upgraded to available vs. WAS
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 11:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Malik Monk (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Monk is good to go after being listed as questionable for Sunday's game. With Dennis Schröder and Keon Ellis no longer in the picture, and Russell Westbrook out due to injury, Monk should feature within the Kings' backcourt rotation. He may put up a nice stat line if the ankle doesn't flare up. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) out Sunday vs. Wizards
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 11:02 AM
Domantas Sabonis (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Sabonis was a late addition to the injury report as questionable with lower back soreness. It's hardly a surprise that the 29-year-old power forward was ultimately ruled out. Maxime Raynaud had 14 points and 14 rebounds in 36 minutes in Friday's loss to the Celtics. Raynaud figures to get another start against the Wizards Sunday and is worth streaming. |
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Domantas Sabonis Sabonis (back) downgraded to questionable Sunday
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 10:49 AM
Domantas Sabonis (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Originally off the injury report, Sabonis was downgraded to questionable with lower back soreness about an hour before game-time against the Wizards Sunday. This development doesn't bode well for his availability. Maxime Raynaud could be in for another spot start if Sabonis is ultimately ruled out. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook (foot) downgraded to out vs. WAS
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 7:07 AM
NBA Injury Report
Russell Westbrook (foot) is out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Westbrook will miss a third consecutive game due to soreness in his right foot. With the Kings reportedly trading Dennis Schröder to the Cavaliers, Westbrook's absence opens the door for Nique Clifford to move into the starting lineup. While he hasn't been a consistently productive player, the rookie guard could prove valuable during the silly season. |
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De'Andre Hunter Shams: Cavs trade De'Andre Hunter to Sacramento
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 5:27 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Kings have acquired De'Andre Hunter from the Cavaliers for Dennis Schröder and Keon Ellis.
Analysis: Saturday's trade was a three-team affair, with the Bulls receiving Dario Sari? and two second-round picks. As for Hunter, a trade made last February that was meant to bolster the Cavaliers' bench offered mixed results. After averaging 19.0 points per game in 37 appearances for the Hawks to begin the 2024-25 season, his scoring decreased by nearly five points in Cleveland. Add in the size of Hunter's contract, and the move makes sense for the Cavaliers financially while also adding point guard depth. |
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Malik Monk Malik Monk (ankle) questionable vs. Washington
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 10:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Malik Monk (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Monk returned to the Kings' rotation on Friday after missing two games with a sore right ankle, playing 23 minutes in a loss to the Celtics. Since Sacramento was still without Russell Westbrook, there was room in the rotation for Keon Ellis, who logged 20 minutes. If Monk and Westbrook can't play on Sunday, Ellis' fantasy ceiling will be raised. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook (foot) questionable vs. WAS
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 10:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Russell Westbrook (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Westbrook has missed Sacramento's last two games with a sore right foot. After performing well in Thursday's loss to the 76ers, Dennis Schröder had a brutal night in Friday's blowout loss to the Celtics. Given the matchup, Schröder would be worth streaming if Westbrook remains out. |
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