Sacramento Kings Get Keon Ellis Injury News Before Jazz Matchup

Keon Ellis gets a promising injury update

In a promising update, Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis, who sustained a right ankle injury during Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets, will travel with the team to Utah for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz. 

Ellis is listed as questionable to play, but his presence with the team is a positive sign for his potential return. 

Ellis has been a key contributor off the bench, averaging 8.1 points on 48.2% shooting, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this season.

As the Kings prepare for their matchup against the Jazz, they will need to address their ongoing struggles, particularly in maintaining defensive intensity and closing out games. 

The team has shown flashes of brilliance but has also been plagued by inconsistency. 

With Zach LaVine, who was acquired at the February trade deadline from the Chicago Bulls, leading the charge and the potential return of Ellis, the Kings are hopeful that they can turn their season around and make a strong push for the playoffs.

LaVine has been averaging 23.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in his eight games with the Kings, including a standout 42-point performance against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Kings will have a hard time reaching the playoffs, but if they can keep their current form, where they have won 4 of their last six games, there is a good chance they can turn things around.