Malik Monk Injury Status Update for April 3rd, 2026
Malik Monk of the Kings has been ruled out and will not play today. Malik was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 19th game Malik has missed this season.
Malik Monk Season Averages
Malik's absence leaves a significant hole in the Kings rotation. Across 58 games this season, he's averaging 12.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game while playing 22.4 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.4 | 12.7 | 1.9 | 3.1 | 10.4 |
Kings Performance With & Without Malik Monk
The numbers tell a clear story about Malik's value to the Kings. With Malik in the lineup this season, the team is 17-41. Without him, they've gone 3-16. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (108.0 vs 111.2), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-41 | 3-16 | — |
| Off Rating | 111.2 | 108.0 | -3.3 |
| Def Rating | 120.9 | 118.6 | -2.3 |
| Net Rating | -9.7 | -10.7 | -1.0 |
| PPG | 111.7 | 108.3 | -3.5 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Malik Monk?
When Malik sits, other Kings players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Devin Carter, Nique Clifford and Daeqwon Plowden stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Malik has been out this season, Devin Carter has averaged 4.5 more points per game and 5.9 extra minutes.
PPG: +4.5 | MPG: +5.9
When Malik has been out this season, Nique Clifford has averaged 3.2 additional field goal attempts and 5.9 extra minutes.
FGA: +3.2 | MPG: +5.9
When Malik has been out this season, Daeqwon Plowden has averaged 5.6 extra minutes.
MPG: +5.6
Malik Monk Betting Trends
For bettors, Malik's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Kings's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Malik has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Monk) DeMar DeRozan AST UNDER: 11-5 (+6.0u, 3.8 / -118 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Malik Monk's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Pelicans @ Kings - April 3, 2026 New Orleans Pelicans: Trey Murphy III (Probable) Dejounte Murray (Out) Sacramento Kings: Malik Monk (Out) De'Andre Hunter (Out) Zach LaVine (Out) Keegan Murray (Out) Russell Westbrook (Out) Domantas Sabonis (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Malik's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Kings.