Kings' Precious Achiuwa: Re-enters starting lineup in loss
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Achiuwa provided nine points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), nine rebounds, one block and one steal in 22 minutes during Tuesday's 100-98 loss to the Mavericks.
Achiuwa will probably remain with the first unit, as Keegan Murray's recent ankle injury will put him out of action for the remainder of the month. It now appears that Domantas Sabonis (knee) will be back before Murray, and it will be interesting to see what the Kings do with the combo of Achiuwa and Maxime Raynaud when he returns.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Logs 20 points in starting role
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LaVine provided 20 points (8-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 100-98 loss to the Mavericks.
After coming off the bench in his return from a nine-game absence, LaVine reclaimed his role in the starting five and carried a heavy load (37minutes) in the narrow loss. His heavy usage is a strong indication that LaVine will play without a minute restriction, though an upcoming back-to-back set this weekend might raise concerns about his availability.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Logs team-high 21 points in loss
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DeRozan provided 21 points (8-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 100-98 loss to Dallas.
The Kings struggled to put points on the board and recorded their fourth-lowest scoring total of the season in the narrow loss. DeRozan had a solid line with results in every statistical category, but the team failed to respond after Brandon Williams hit a three-pointer to put the Mavericks up for good. DeRozan bounced back from a two-game slump, where he produced a total of 24 points over losses against Milwaukee and Phoenix.
LaVine is in the Kings' starting lineup against the Mavericks on Tuesday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
LaVine came off the bench against the Bucks on Sunday in what was his first game back from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left ankle. The veteran wing will be back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's nightcap and take the spot from Keegan Murray, who is expected to miss at least the next three weeks due to an ankle injury.
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Kings' Keegan Murray: Set to miss at least three weeks
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Murray (ankle), who won't play in Tuesday's game against Dallas, is expected to miss at least three weeks, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.
Murray suffered a left ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to the Bucks, and he could need to sit out as long as four weeks with the injury. The timetable for a return is likely to keep him out until late January or early February. With Murray sidelined, the likes of Precious Achiuwa, Nique Clifford and Keon Ellis will all have an opportunity to pick up the slack.
Ellis (thumb) isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.
Ellis sustained a left thumb injury in Sunday's loss to Milwaukee but is set to play Tuesday. In his three outings prior to Sunday's contest, the 25-year-old guard averaged 10.7 points and 2.3 rebounds in 26.7 minutes per game. However, he'll likely see a decline in playing time with Zach LaVine back in action.
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Kings' Keegan Murray: Won't play vs. Dallas
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Murray (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Murray had to exit Sunday's matchup against the Bucks with a left ankle injury, and it will keep him from suiting up Tuesday night. Nique Clifford will be a candidate to start in the frontcourt in Murray's absence, with Doug McDermott also likely to pick up more playing time.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Regresses in blowout loss
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DeRozan closed with 11 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-7 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to the Bucks.
DeRozan was pulled early once the game was out of hand, and that's a key reason for his reduced total Sunday evening. Although Zach LaVine came off the bench, he should return to the starting lineup in short order, shifting DeRozan back to his customary role with the first unit.
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Kings' Russell Westbrook: Hits for 21 points in loss
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Westbrook racked up 21 points (5-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 10-12 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three blocks and four steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to Milwaukee.
Westbrook will continue to staff the point guard position, as Zach LaVine's return will shift the lineup back to its original structure and send Precious Achiuwa to the bench eventually. Westbrook's numbers have dipped over the past couple of weeks, but he registered his first 20-point total since Dec. 27 in Sunday's defeat.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Pours in 20 points in return
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LaVine notched 20 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds and four assists over 36 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to the Bucks.
Lavine came off the bench in his return to action, and the team put no cap restrictions on his minutes. Lavine looked every bit himself as he nailed 50 percent of his shots after missing nine games. The Kings have a back-to-back set next week, and it wouldn't be surprising to see LaVine scratched for one of those games as he continues to work his way back from the ankle injury.
Ellis won't return to Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a left thumb injury, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Ellis logged just five minutes before picking up the thumb injury, and he'll finish with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against Dallas.
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Kings' Keegan Murray: Won't return Sunday
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Murray won't return to Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a left ankle injury, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Murray landed on an opposing player's foot and injured his ankle before limping to the locker room with assistance. He'll finish with 12 points (6-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks across 27 minutes. Nique Clifford will likely see increased playing time for the remainder of the game. Murray's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Dallas.
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Kings' Keegan Murray: Leaves for locker room Sunday
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Murray exited to the locker room in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Bucks due to an apparent left ankle injury, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.
Murray limped off the court and required assistance getting back to the locker room. If the 25-year-old forward is unable to return, Nique Clifford will likely see an uptick in minutes the rest of the way.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Won't start vs. Milwaukee
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LaVine (ankle) won't start against the Bucks on Sunday, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.
LaVine is available to return from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left ankle, and although head coach Doug Christie said pregame he won't be on a minutes restriction, the veteran swingman will come off the bench. Still, his return will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Nique Clifford, Malik Monk and Doug McDermott. Over 23 regular-season appearances in the 2025-26 campaign, LaVine has averaged 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 32.8 minutes per contest.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Won't be limited Sunday
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Head coach Doug Christie said pregame that LaVine (ankle) won't be on a minutes restriction in Sunday's matchup against the Bucks, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.
LaVine will return from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left ankle and is expected to take on his usual workload against Milwaukee. With the veteran swingman back in action, there will be fewer minutes available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Malik Monk, Nique Clifford and Doug McDermott. Over 23 regular-season appearances thus far, LaVine has averaged 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 32.8 minutes per contest.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Cleared to play vs. Milwaukee
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LaVine (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.
LaVine has been officially cleared to return from a nine-game absence due to a left ankle sprain that he sustained against the Timberwolves on Dec. 14. It's unclear whether he'll be on a minutes restriction, but his return means less minutes will be available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Malik Monk and Nique Clifford. Prior to his injury, LaVine was averaging 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.7 threes over 32.8 minutes per contest.
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