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DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan dishes out seven assists vs. POR
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 5:44 PM
DeMar DeRozan finished Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 14 points (6-of-11 FGs, 2-of-3 FT), two rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one blocked shot.
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Malik Monk Malik Monk hits five triples, scores 23 points
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 5:43 PM
Malik Monk finished Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 23 points (9-of-15 FGs), one rebound, two assists and five three-pointers.
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook tallies 23 points, seven assists
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 5:42 PM
Russell Westbrook notched 23 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists, three steals and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis (knee) out Sunday vs. POR
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 10:04 AM
NBA Injury Report
Keon Ellis (knee) is out for Sunday's tilt with the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Ellis will sit out again after missing Friday's matchup with Washington. His absence could mean a few more minutes for Malik Monk. |
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Russell Westbrook Westbrook drops game-high 26 points vs. Washington
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 7:06 PM
Russell Westbrook led the Kings with 26 points (9-of-14 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, one steal and six three-pointers on Friday against the Wizards.
Analysis: Westbrook fell one point shy of matching his season high for points, but it was the efficiency of his shooting that made this performance so good. He also set a new season high for three-pointers, which was enough to help the Kings win a fourth straight game. The counting stats have been consistent for Russ this year, though they could drop as Domantas Sabonis ramps up. For now, managers shouldn't expect this level of efficiency often, but Westbrook should see enough usage to continue providing value. |
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Precious Achiuwa Precious Achiuwa scores 16 points vs. Washington
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 7:00 PM
Precious Achiuwa finished with 16 points (7-of-8 FGs), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one three-pointer against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: Achiuwa has been starting for the Kings with Keegan Murray (ankle) sidelined. He has had a few strong performances scattered, but the last four games have been his best. During that stretch, he's averaging 13.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 61.1 percent from the floor. As long as he continues to start, he'll have upside as a streamer, especially if he continues to play 33.8 minutes per game like he has during this four-game stretch. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (knee) logs 21 minutes in return
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 6:57 PM
Domantas Sabonis returned to the lineup on Friday and contributed 13 points (5-of-6 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block in a 128-115 win over the Wizards.
Analysis: After missing nearly two months with a partially-torn meniscus, Sabonis was available to take on the Wizards. Though he came off the bench, he did enough to help the Kings win their fourth straight game. He played 21 minutes and was productive during his time on the floor, which is a great sign for the fantasy managers that have been patiently waiting for him to return. his role should increase as he plays more games, and Maxime Raynaud will eventually return to playing a role off the bench. For now, it was just good to have Sabonis back out on the floor. |
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis (knee) out Friday vs. Wizards
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 2:35 PM
Keon Ellis (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Ellis was added to the injury report Friday afternoon as questionable with a knee injury and was subsequently ruled out for the matchup with the Wizards. Malik Monk could see more minutes with Ellis sidelined, but otherwise the Kings rotation won't be impacted. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (knee) will return vs. Wizards
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 2:25 PM
NBA Injury Report
Domantas Sabonis (knee) is available to play against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: It has been two months since Sabonis last played, but he'll make his return to the lineup in this game. He may have his minutes managed, which could result in him coming off the bench in his first game back. However, it will be good to have him back on the floor. He'll eventually push Maxime Raynaud to the bench, which could happen in this game. |
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis (knee) questionable vs. Wizards
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 10:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Keon Ellis (knee) is questionable to play against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: Ellis is a late addition to the injury report. However, it shouldn't impact the Kings' rotation much if he isn't able to suit up; over their last three games, he's averaged under eight minutes per game. Malik Monk may see a few extra minutes if Ellis is unavailable. |
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Domantas Sabonis Shams: Sabonis (knee) expected to play Friday
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 7:58 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Domantas Sabonis (knee) is expected to return on Friday against the Wizards.
Analysis: Sabonis, who has been out since November 16, was a full participant in Thursday's practice. His return affects Maxime Raynaud the most, as the second-round pick has served as the starting center in Sabonis' absence. However, fantasy managers may want to exercise a little patience with the rookie. Sabonis is one of the veteran Kings whose name has been mentioned in trade rumors, and a return to action could kick things up in that regard. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis (knee) practiced fully Thursday
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 11:19 AM
Sean Cunningham
Domantas Sabonis (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Sabonis' full participation in Thursday's practice is a clear sign that he's on his way to a return to game action. And that could happen as soon as Friday's game against the Wizards, as he's listed as questionable. While Sabonis will likely be on a minutes restriction, his return will negatively affect the fantasy values of Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa. While Raynaud is worth holding onto in dynasty leagues, redraft league managers should begin seeking alternatives for Week 14. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook records 19 points, 11 assists
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:39 PM
Russell Westbrook amassed 19 points (6-of-13 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, 11 assists and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Knicks.
Analysis: Westbrook recorded his 13th double-double of the season, with the 11 assists being the most he's had in a game since a December 8 loss to the Pacers. Over the past two weeks, he has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats. If there's been an issue for Westbrook recently, it's been his shooting. During these two weeks, he's shooting 41.5 percent from the field. While the inefficiency is expected given the track record, it also keeps Westbrook's fantasy ceiling low. |
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Precious Achiuwa Hello old friend: Achiuwa goes for 20/14/2/2/2
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:38 PM
Precious Achiuwa tallied 20 points (7-of-14 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 14 rebounds, two assists, two steals, two blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Knicks.
Analysis: Playing against the Knicks for the first time since leaving in free agency over the summer, Achiuwa had his best performance as a King on Wednesday. Recording his third double-double of the season, he tallied season-highs in points and rebounds, finishing with a complete stat line. While Achiuwa has been a fixture in the starting lineup recently, he has barely been a top-150 player over the past two weeks. Fantasy managers should wait to see more from Precious before leaping based on one exemplary performance. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine hits five triples, scores 25 points
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:38 PM
Zach LaVine accounted for 25 points (8-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and five three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Knicks.
Analysis: The five three-pointers were the most LaVine has made in a game since December 6, when he knocked down a season-high eight against the Heat. Wednesday's game also ended a run of three consecutive games in which he failed to score at least 20 points. LaVine didn't record any defensive stats, and that's been an issue for him throughout the season. Over the past two weeks, he has only been an eighth-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats. |
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DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan scores game-high 27 points vs. NYK
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:37 PM
DeMar DeRozan finished Wednesday's win over the Knicks with 27 points (7-of-16 FGs, 12-of-13 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: The Kings have started their season-long seven-game homestand with three consecutive wins. On Wednesday, DeRozan was one of three Kings to score at least 20 points, extending his streak of 20-point games to five. Over the past two weeks, he has offered top-40 per-game value in nine-cat formats. The Kings play two more games in Week 13, starting with the Wizards on Friday. |
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Malik Monk Malik Monk chips in with 26 points, eight assists
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 6:29 PM
Malik Monk recorded 26 points (9-of-15 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), one rebound, eight assists, one steal and seven three-pointers in Monday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: After picking up three straight DNP-CDs, Monk has logged at least 19 minutes in each of the Kings' last three games. Sacramento's won two, and he had arguably his best all-around game of the season on Monday. Monk recorded season-highs in points, assists and three-pointers, doing his damage in 32 minutes off the bench. While Monday's performance should inspire confidence among fantasy managers, it remains challenging to predict Doug Christie's rotation on a nightly basis. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine hits three triples, scores 19 points
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 6:29 PM
Zach LaVine finished Monday's win over the Lakers with 19 points (6-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: For the second consecutive night, LaVine knocked down three three-pointers in a home victory. He's scored between 18 and 20 points in three of the Kings' last four games. However, while Sacramento's improved offensive balance has resulted in the team winning consecutive games for the first time since late November, LaVine's fantasy value has taken a hit. He doesn't offer much value outside of points and three-pointers, so he needs the high shot volume to make good on his Yahoo! ADP (62). |
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DeMar DeRozan DeRozan goes off, scores 21 second-half points
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 6:28 PM
DeMar DeRozan accumulated 32 points (14-of-19 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, six assists and three steals in Monday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: After dropping a routine 11 points in the first half, DeRozan turned things up a notch after halftime. He shot 9-of-12 from the field, scoring 21 points to finish with his first 30-point game since dropping 37 in a December 23 loss to the Pistons. While his fantasy value has decreased some in recent weeks, DeRozan is still a top-40 player in nine-cat formats for the season. |
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Russell Westbrook Russell Westbrook posts 22 points, seven assists
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 6:28 PM
Russell Westbrook tallied 22 points (8-of-16 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Monday's win over the Lakers.
Analysis: Westbrook's 22 points were the most he's scored in a game since dropping 27 in a December 23 loss to the Pistons. And after falling into a slump from beyond the arc to begin 2026, the veteran point guard was 7-of-14 in wins over the Rockets and Lakers on back-to-back nights. Westbrook and the Kings have three more games on the schedule for Week 13, starting with the Knicks on Wednesday. |
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