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It’s time the Kings put Malik Monk back to work

Malik Monk is too good a bench player for the Sacramento Kings not to use him to his full potential, something he proved against the Mavs.

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 6:00 PM
It’s time the Kings put Malik Monk back to work
Key Things to Know
  • Ian Goodwillie argues that the Sacramento Kings need to increase Malik Monk's role and playing time.
  • Monk recorded 24 points, seven assists, and a +27 rating in a win over the Dallas Mavericks.
  • Prior to the Mavericks game, Monk averaged just 11.8 minutes across five consecutive Sacramento losses.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Ian Goodwillie argues that the Sacramento Kings and head coach Doug Christie must give Malik Monk consistent playing time. Following limited minutes across Sacramento's early-season losses, Monk logged 30 minutes, scored 24 points, and recorded seven assists in the Kings' first win of the season against the Dallas Mavericks.

Goodwillie asserts that Monk provides vital leadership and playmaking for Sacramento's second unit. While noting Christie has previously reduced Monk's role and utilized him as a healthy scratch, the writer maintains Monk remains essential to the Kings' overall success.

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