Finishing last season at 46-36, the Sacramento Kings placed ninth in the Eastern Conference. They had to participate in the play-in tournament but fell short of securing a playoff spot. Sacramento acknowledges the talent on their roster and aims to perform better late in the season.
The Kings are set to retain key players for the upcoming 2024-25 season, including guard Malik Monk who re-signed as a free agent. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Monk agreed to a four-year, $78 million extension with the Kings. The 26-year-old has been a valuable asset coming off the bench for Sacramento in the past two seasons.
Monk’s Commitment to the Kings
ESPN Sources: Free agent G Malik Monk intends to sign a four-year, $78 million deal — including a player option — to return to the Sacramento Kings. Monk had career-bests of 15 points and five assists on his way to the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year runner-up. pic.twitter.com/J8KuOwPl0H
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 21, 2024
Selected as the 11th pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets from Kentucky, Malik Monk joined the Kings after brief stints with other teams. In his time with Sacramento, Monk has showcased his value as a prolific scorer and playmaker, with career-high averages of 15.4 points and 5.1 assists per game in the previous season.
Despite narrowly missing out on the Sixth Man of the Year award, Monk’s contributions off the bench have been instrumental for the Kings. Known for his selflessness and team-oriented mindset, Monk’s decision to re-sign with the Kings before the free agency period highlighted his loyalty and commitment to the team’s success.
Malik Monk could’ve gotten a lot more in the open market. What a sacrifice man. Sacramento will love you forever
— Magnus Savage (@MagnusSav) June 21, 2024
By agreeing to the extension with the Kings early, Monk demonstrated his dedication to the team’s goals and solidified his role as a key contributor for Sacramento. His decision to prioritize team success over a potentially larger contract in free agency earned admiration and respect from fans and analysts alike.
