Malik Monk behind Kings’ surge heading into matchup with Knicks

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk had his playing time severely cut in mid-December.

But suddenly the Kings have won back-to-back games for the second time all season, and he has been the catalyst.

Monk strives to put together his third straight strong performance when the Kings host the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. The contest marks Knicks coach Mike Brown's first visit to Sacramento since being fired as Kings coach in December 2024.

A three-game suspension issued to guard Dennis Schroder opened the door for Monk...