Malik Monk's Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (knee) plans to sign a four-year, $78 million contract to remain with the team. The 26-year-old was in the running to win the Sixth Man of the Year award last season, averaging career-highs in points (15.4) and assists (5.1). Unfortunately, he suffered a knee injury near the end of the year and was limited to 72 games. Monk had logged 26.0 minutes per contest during the 2023-24 campaign. He should continue to see the floor as much, if not more, this season, so he'll have plenty of value for fantasy managers.

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Malik Monk is poised to land himself a big contract as a free agent this summer, and the Detroit Pistons are seen as a team that will heavily pursue his signature. "Monk feels like someone the Pistons will heavily prioritize due to the team's need for legitimate three-point shooting and off-the-dribble shot creation," writes James L. Edwards III of the Athletic. Monk has been one of the best bench players in the league in recent seasons and averaged career-highs of 15.4 points and 5.1 with Sacramento in 2023-24. Recent reports suggest that Monk could command over $20 million per year as a free agent.

Impending free-agent guard Malik Monk (knee) is expected to test free agency. While the Sixth Man of the Year favorite indicated his love for Sacramento, he could sign elsewhere for more money. Without question, Monk will command plenty of attention in the open market, especially from teams with cash to spend. The 26-year-old is coming off the best season of his career, averaging 15.4 points, 5.1 assists, and 2.9 rebounds in 72 games during the 2023-24 campaign. Unfortunately, he suffered a sprained MCL toward the end of the year and wasn't available for either of Sacramento's Play-In contests. Monk should be fully healthy by the start of the new season, although his fantasy outlook won't be known until he signs his next contract.