Sacramento Kings DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) won't return to the floor for Thursday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. Sabonis will be sidelined for the sixth straight game due to a left-hamstring strain. Despite carrying the unavailable tag for Thursday's contest, the big man went through a full practice on Wednesday, meaning he will return soon. Fantasy managers should be satisfied with the news of Sabonis potentially coming back earlier than initially thought since he was ruled out indefinitely just a week ago with a Grade 1 hamstring strain.

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) went through full practice on Wednesday and has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. This is fantastic news for the Kings and fantasy managers alike, considering Sabonis was ruled out indefinitely just a week ago with a Grade 1 hamstring strain. Jonas Valanciunas has had a strong run as Sacramento's starting center lately but will have to drop back to the bench on Thursday if Sabonis is ready to return to action.

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (toe) will miss a second consecutive game on Friday against the San Antonio Spurs. He has failed to recover from a toe injury that Monk sustained on Monday against the Dallas Mavericks. With him sidelined for Wednesday's clash against the Denver Nuggets, Keon Ellis moved to the starting lineup. Ellis provided a full line in 39 minutes with 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and two steals. He looks to be a good option for fantasy managers again on Friday.

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (toe) will not be in action on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. The team has downgraded Monk's status from questionable to out, as the 27-year-old needs more time to recover from a toe sprain. Keon Ellis and Markelle Fultz are potential candidates to replace Monk in the starting lineup on Wednesday. At the same time, Zach LaVine may have a more active role in the backcourt.

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (toe) has been given a questionable designation ahead of Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old injured his toe during Monday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. After a visit to the locker room, Monk managed to return and complete the game, but he might miss additional time on Wednesday. Markelle Fultz could start in place of Monk, while Keon Ellis may also see increased playing time if Monk is unable to play on Wednesday. Neither player provides exceptional fantasy production, although Ellis is valuable for his defensive numbers. He has averaged 1.4 blocks and 1.6 steals since the All-Star break.