Malik Monk didn't play against San Antonio on Monday and that Kings The guard will miss several more games. He was diagnosed with a moderate right ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, James Ham of The Kings Beat said in a team press release (Twitter link).
X-rays showed no structural damage to the ankle he injured in the second quarter against Phoenix on Sunday.
Monk, one of the NBA's best reserves, averaged 12.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 10 games this season. He had a career year last season, averaging 15.4 points, 2.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 72 games off the bench. Monk turned that into a four-year, $78 million contract during summer free agency.
The Kings also offered two additional injury updates. Big man Orlando Robinson He is recovering from the left MCL sprain he suffered during training camp on October 3rd. He has been cleared for contact and the team will update his status in the coming days.
First round pick Devin Carter is making progress after left shoulder surgery he underwent in July. After a four-month follow-up appointment with a specialist, he was allowed to shoot without restrictions. Further updates will be provided in January. The Union offered a six-month timeline after the operation.