The Kings and Rockets have met once this season, where Sacramento picked up a nine-point home win. While the Kings are not on their hot streak anymore, they could use another shot of momentum to continue to climb up the Western Conference standings. Thursday's matchup is not a must-win for the Kings, but it would certainly help.

The Kings were led by veteran forward DeMar DeRozan with 33 points, while standout guard Malik Monk chipped in 26 points and 9 assists. Thursday's matchup was as exciting as many expected it would be with 22 lead changes,

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The Kings beat the Rockets 120-111 on Dec. 3 in Sacramento. Rockets coach Ime Udoka, forward Tari Eason and center Alperen Sengun were fined $50,000, $35,000 and $15,000, respectively, after tempers flared in the final minutes.

Monk (groin) has been listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Rockets.

The Sacramento Kings edged out the Houston Rockets with a final score of 132-127 during last night’s thrilling matchup. DeMar DeRozan was the standout performer for the Kings and led the team to a much-needed victory.

DeMar DeRozan had 33 points, Malik Monk added 26 points and nine assists and the Sacramento Kings beat the Houston Rockets 132-127 on Thursday night.

Malik Monk was already having the best season of his career, but under Doug Christie, his play has really taken off.

Malik Monk has been a Nike supporter since his college days. He will now begin a new chapter in his shoe game with Peak.

Monk had 26 points (10-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Thursday's 132-127 victory over the Rockets.

Malik Monk has entered a new phase of his NBA career when it comes to the shoes he’ll don at the games. Monk signed a multi-year deal with shoe brand Peak. It is a popular Chinese shoe brand ...