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The Sacramento Kings have been one of the most intriguing teams in the NBA throughout the 2025 offseason. Of course, the Kings have made some questionable moves, but they have also constantly been involved in certain trade and free agency rumors.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 31

Are the Kings Really Better Off With This Lineup Switch?

Barring a move for Jonathan Kuminga, the biggest move of the Sacramento Kings’ offseason has been the sign-and-trade for Dennis Schröder. Signing a point

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Kings Predicted to Send Malik Monk to Magic for Young $55 Million Duo to Fill 2 Key Roster Needs

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the Sacramento Kings as they have kept their core together instead of beginning a rebuild like many around the NBA expected they would do.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 28

Where do the Kings Stand With Malik Monk Amid Trade Rumors?

After a relatively quiet stretch, rumors are picking back up for the Sacramento Kings. All of the players included have remained relatively the same, but between Jonathan Kuminga, Malik Monk, and Russell Westbrook, we've seen another uptick in rumors in the last two days.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 25

The Trickle-Down Effect if the Kings Add Russell Westbrook

The Sacramento Kings continue to be linked to former MVP Russell Westbrook, and now with the latest news that they could bring in the point guard even without a trade of Malik Monk, it begs the question: What would their rotation look like, and how could bringing in Westbrook effect everyone currently on the roster?

NBA Rumors: Kings, Malik Monk, Hawks, Trae Young, Georges Niang

The Kings have tested the waters on Malik Monk trades this summer, but for now he’s still in Sacramento. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the team isn’t actively shopping him — though that doesn’t mean he’s untouchable heading into the 2025-26 season.

Sacramento Kings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / August 25

Malik Monk Will Remain With Sacramento Kings, Who Have Maintained Interest in Russell Westbrook

Malik Monk will remain with the Sacramento Kings, who have maintained interest in Russell Westbrook, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / August 25

Kings Backtrack After Malik Monk Backlash To Save Face

SACRAMENTO, CA — Fans of the Sacramento Kings have seen this movie before. A short-lived burst of optimism, followed by self-inflicted wounds. The latest episode?

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 25

Detroit Pistons See Trade Target Pulled from Market

At the start of free agency, the Detroit Pistons had connections to the Sacramento Kings. As the Kings were reportedly interested in potentially dealing away Malik Monk, the Pistons were dubbed a team to watch in that market.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Kings rumors: Sacramento’s Malik Monk stance amid Russell Westbrook interest

Regardless of how one might think that the Sacramento Kings’ roster-building ethos in recent memory is ill-advised, nothing is stopping the Kings brass from wanting to build a team that would at least make the playoffs despite being in the stacked Western Conference.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 24

Kings Want to Pair Russell Westbrook With $78 Million Guard: Report

The Sacramento Kings may be signaling a shift in how they view Malik Monk, but the summer trade chatter tells a more complex story. According to the latest

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 23

What the Kings Should Expect in Return for a Malik Monk Trade

While we are clearly in the doldrums of the NBA offseason, there is plenty for Kings fans to look forward to (or worry about, depending on your view).

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Kings Predicted to Trade Malik Monk to Spurs for Much-Needed Forward Depth

The Sacramento Kings made the bold decision to keep their current core together this offseason and compete for a playoff spot in the loaded Western Conference next season instead of beginning a rebuild.

Malik Monk News / Hoops Rumors / August 22

Kings’ Malik Monk still on trade block

The Kings have been “trying very hard” to trade guard Malik Monk this offseason, a league source tell Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 21

Kings Continuing to Shop Monk - Three Possible Reasons Why

It's been a relatively quiet offseason for the Kings in terms of actual moves they've made, but there's been no shortage of rumors around Sacramento. Outside of the Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade saga, the other main rumblings around the team have centered around former MVP Russell Westbrook and Malik Monk.

Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / August 21

Kings Want Russell Westbrook As Sixth Man, Actively Shopping Malik Monk

The Sacramento Kings are eyeing a bold shakeup to their backcourt rotation, and Malik Monk may be the odd man out. According to a new report from the Dallas Hoops Journal, the Kings are “trying very hard” to find a trade partner for Monk in hopes of creating roster space to sign former MVP Russell Westbrook as their new sixth man.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 21

NBA Rumors: Raptors, RJ Barrett, Kings, Malik Monk, Nets, Cam Thomas

Veteran wing RJ Barrett looks like the most likely trade candidate on the Raptors’ roster, per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report. Barrett’s name surfaced in talks with the Pelicans during February’s Brandon Ingram negotiations, though the Pelicans had little interest.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / August 21

One Player Holds the Key for Russell Westbrook to Join the Kings

The Sacramento Kings have long been rumored as a potential destination for Russell Westbrook. But despite their interest, two months into free agency, Russ remains a free agent.

Sacramento Kings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / August 21

Sacramento Kings Have Been ‘Trying Very Hard’ to Trade Malik Monk

The Sacramento Kings have been “trying very hard” to trade Malik Monk this offseason, but they haven’t found a taker, an NBA source told Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 18

NBA Trade Idea Sees Spurs Land 17.2 PPG Scorer In Bargain Deal

A new trade idea has surfaced that would see the San Antonio Spurs acquire Malik Monk from the Sacramento Kings in what many are calling a bargain deal.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Kings Predicted to Send Malik Monk to Lakers for $66 Million Duo in Offseason Trade

As the 2025-26 NBA season nears, one team that continues to be the subject of trade rumors is the Sacramento Kings. Of course, the Kings elected to keep their core of Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVien together this offseason despite many around the league expecting them to begin a rebuild.

Sacramento Kings News / Fastbreak on SI / July 28

Sacramento Kings Player Could Reportedly Be On Trading Block

Malik Monk has been with the Sacramento Kings for the previous three seasons. The former Kentucky star finished last year with averages of 17.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 5.6 assists per contest while shooting 43.9% from the field and 32.5% from the three-point range in 65 games.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / July 10

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Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / April 10

Kings G Malik Monk (calf) out at least 2 weeks

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk will miss the rest of the regular season and the play-in tournament with a left calf strain. The team announced the injury Thursday and said Monk, who didn't play in Wednesday's loss to the Denver Nuggets, will be re-evaluated in two weeks.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / April 9