With Malik Monk sidelined with a groin injury, Keon Ellis will make a return to the starting lineup. He played well as a starter in place of Fox when he was injured over the past two weeks, and he should be able to provide some well-rounded numbers in this one, especially with steals.
Kings general manager Monte McNair discussed Sacramento's approach for the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline and its plan to get Keegan Murray some wing help.
Murray will be back after missing their last two games with an ankle issue. However, De'Aaron Fox is sidelined with a glute contusion, which means that Keon Ellis will get another start. Monk and Sabonis should be the primary playmakers in this game.
Murray is in the Kings' starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Murray scored less than six points in two straight games before missing two contests with an ankle injury. His offense will be crucial against the Warriors with De'Aaron Fox out of commission.