Malik Monk’s recent ankle injury has sparked conversations among Sacramento Kings fans as they speculate about his recovery and its impact on the team’s performance. Known for his dynamic playing style and crucial contributions off the bench,

Here’s what you need to know as the Sacramento Kings prepare to open a four-game homestand against the Phoenix Suns at Golden 1 Center.

Monk has been one of the league's top sixth men since joining the Kings in the 2022 offseason, as Sacramento's second unit revolves around his scoring and playmaking abilities. If Monk has to miss more time, the Kings desperately need somebody to step up as a bench spark, or else Sacramento could be in trouble.