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Malik Monk Malik Monk (illness) removed from injury report
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 2:51 PM
NBA Injury Report
Malik Monk (illness) is not on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Having missed the Kings' final two games before the All-Star break, Monk will be available on Thursday. He should take on his usual role as the second unit's top offensive option in the short term. However, Monk's playing time could decrease as the Kings look to develop Devin Carter while also improving their draft lottery odds. |
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Russell Westbrook Westbrook (ankle) absent from injury report
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 2:47 PM
NBA Injury Report
Russell Westbrook (ankle) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Westbrook sat out the Kings' final game before the All-Star break, resulting in Devin Carter making his first career start. The veteran's return should push Carter to the bench, but playing time won't be an issue for the second-year guard, given where the Kings are in the standings. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (eye) to remain out vs. Orlando
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 2:44 PM
NBA Injury Report
De'Andre Hunter (eye) is out for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: While Hunter participated in Wednesday's practice, he is not yet ready to play in games. The good news for the Kings is that Keegan Murray (ankle) will be available for the first time since late January. He should absorb a good percentage of the minutes that would go to Hunter. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (eye) practiced Wednesday
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 10:41 AM
Brenden Nunes
De'Andre Hunter (eye) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Injured during a February 6 loss to the Cavaliers, Hunter missed Sacramento's final two games before the All-Star break. He came off the bench in that contest, with Daeqwon Plowden starting. However, Plowden did not remain in the starting lineup, and there's no need to consider streaming him, especially with Keegan Murray (ankle) on track to return. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (ankle) expected to play Thursday
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 10:33 AM
Brenden Nunes
Keegan Murray (ankle) fully participated in Wednesday's practice and is expected to play on Thursday against the Magic.
Analysis: Murray, who has only appeared in 19 games this season, has been out since January 4 with a sprained left ankle. While he's expected to play on Thursday, fantasy managers should anticipate the forward being under a minutes restriction. Precious Achiuwa could be bumped to the bench, especially with the Kings' lack of healthy post players. |
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Domantas Sabonis Shams: Sabonis (knee) out for remainder of season
Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 10:21 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Domantas Sabonis (knee) has undergone season-ending surgery to repair a torn left meniscus.
Analysis: Sabonis, who missed the Kings' last four games before the All-Star break with a back injury, had been dealing with a partially torn meniscus suffered in mid-November. Per Wednesday's report, the veteran center has already undergone the surgical procedure to repair the tear and is done for the season. Sabonis only played in 19 games this season, averaging 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 0.9 steals in 29.7 minutes. With Dylan Cardwell (ankle) out for at least four weeks, the Kings will rely even more on Maxime Raynaud in the middle. The second-round pick is a must-add player. |
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Zach LaVine LaVine (hand) to undergo season-ending surgery
Fri, Feb 13, 2026, 1:49 PM
Chris B. Haynes
NBA insider Chris Haynes reports that Zach LaVine (hand) will undergo season-ending surgery.
Analysis: Due to a right fifth finger injury, LaVine missed Sacramento's final three games before the All-Star break. Apparently, the injury is more serious than the Kings may have let on, as the guard will reportedly undergo season-ending surgery after the break. LaVine, who appeared in 39 games and averaged 19.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.7 steals and 2.5 three-pointers, has a player option for next season worth nearly $49 million. As for how his absence affects the Kings in the short term, rookie Nique Clifford has moved into the starting lineup and should remain there for the rest of the season. |
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DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan leads Kings with 20 points in loss
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 5:52 PM
DeMar DeRozan finished Wednesday's loss to the Jazz with 20 points (7-of-19 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), three rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer.
Analysis: DeRozan entered Wednesday's game having shot 8-of-30 from the field in his prior three games. He didn't have a great night shooting the basketball, but the veteran wing was better than he'd been. Despite the game being a blowout, DeRozan played 29 minutes, but it's fair to question what his playing time will look like after the All-Star break. The Kings play two games after the break to conclude Week 17, starting with the Magic on February 19. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook (ankle) ruled out vs. Utah
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 1:55 PM
NBA Injury Report
Russell Westbrook (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Westbrook rolled his left ankle during Monday's loss to the Pelicans and was limited to 21 minutes. He won't play against the Jazz, which could lead to Devin Carter moving into the starting lineup. Given the Kings' injuries, Carter is worth streaming in deep leagues. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) to remain out vs. Utah
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 1:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Sabonis will miss a fourth straight game with a back issue that has lingered for some time. Maxime Raynaud will remain the starting center, with Dylan Cardwell picking up additional minutes off the bench. |
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Malik Monk Malik Monk (illness) to remain out vs. Utah
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 1:45 PM
NBA Injury Report
Malik Monk (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Wednesday's game will be the third that Monk has missed due to illness. Devin Carter has picked up additional rotation minutes in Monk's absence while also benefiting from the Kings' decision to trade Dennis Schröder and Keon Ellis to the Cavaliers. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine (finger) to remain out vs. Utah
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 1:41 PM
NBA Injury Report
Zach LaVine (finger) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Wednesday's game will be the third that LaVine has missed with a right fifth finger injury. His absence has led to Nique Clifford moving into the starting lineup, while Devin Carter has picked up additional minutes off the bench. Expect the same against the Jazz. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook (ankle) plays 21 minutes Monday
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:34 PM
Russell Westbrook (ankle) finished Monday's loss to the Pelicans with 17 points (7-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Westbrook appeared to roll his left ankle on a drive to the basket during the third quarter, and he would check out for good with just under six minutes remaining in the period. The veteran point guard logged 21 minutes, while DeMar DeRozan (eight points, one rebound and one assist) was limited to 20. Both played starter's minutes in Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers, so this may have been more about Monday's game being a blowout than anything else. However, fantasy managers need to prepare for the likelihood that Nique Clifford and Devin Carter will play more after the break than Westbrook and DeRozan. |
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Precious Achiuwa Russ, Clifford, DeMar, Achiuwa, Raynaud starting
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 1:39 PM
James Ham
Russell Westbrook, Nique Clifford, DeMar DeRozan, Precious Achiuwa and Maxime Raynaud will start against the Pelicans on Monday.
Analysis: The only change to the Kings' starting lineup will be the return of Achiuwa, who was basically out of the rotation for the last three games after starting for half of December and all of January. That will push Daeqwon Plowden, who was productive on Saturday, back to the bench. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) out Monday vs. Pelicans
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 8:59 AM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is out for Monday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Analysis: Sabonis will sit out for a third straight game, and it's unclear if he'll return prior to the All-Star break. Until Sabonis returns. more minutes will be available for rookies Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell. Both are worth a look as potential âsilly seasonâ standouts. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (back) questionable vs. NOR
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:13 PM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Sabonis has missed Sacramento's last two games and four of its last five with a lower back issue. Rookie Maxime Raynaud has been his replacement in the starting lineup, with Dylan Cardwell taking on an enhanced role off the bench. That may become the norm down the stretch, as the Kings appear destined for the draft lottery. |
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Malik Monk Malik Monk (illness) to remain out vs. Pelicans
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Malik Monk (illness) is out for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Monk will miss a second consecutive game due to illness. His absence on Saturday resulted in more minutes for Devin Carter, who logged 27 and scored 18 points. While he isn't worth streaming in this spot, Carter is a player who could have added fantasy value after the All-Star break. |
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Doug McDermott Doug McDermott (shoulder) questionable vs. NOR
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 2:01 PM
NBA Injury Report
Doug McDermott (shoulder) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: McDermott's potential absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy. Leave him on the waiver wire. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine (finger) to remain out vs. New Orleans
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 1:58 PM
NBA Injury Report
Zach LaVine (finger) is out for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: LaVine will miss a second straight game with a sore right fifth finger. With De'Andre Hunter (eye) also out, the Kings started Nique Clifford and Daeqwon Plowden in Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers. While Clifford, who scored a career-high 30 points, is the superior fantasy option, Plowden is worth considering in deep leagues. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (eye) to be evaluated in 10 days
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 1:20 PM
Sean Cunningham
De'Andre Hunter (eye) will be re-evaluated in 10 days.
Analysis: Hunter has been diagnosed with iritis in his left eye after being inadvertently poked in the eye by Clippers wing Kobe Sanders during Friday's loss to the Clippers. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with rookie Nique Clifford being the player most likely to fill the void. Given where the Kings are in the standings, Clifford and Devin Carter should have added fantasy value after the All-Star break. |
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