Sacramento Kings enter Monday night’s matchup with Indiana Pacers navigating a series of injury concerns that could significantly influence their rotation. As the team looks to build on its recent momentum, several players remain sidelined while two key contributors are officially listed as questionable.
Multiple players unavailable due to G League assignments
Sacramento will be without four players who are currently assigned to their G League affiliate. Dylan Caldwell, Devin Carter, Daeqwon Plowden, and Isaiah Stevens have all been ruled out for the contest as part of their ongoing developmental stints. While none of the four have been primary rotation pieces at NBA level this season, their absence narrows Sacramento Kings’ depth options, particularly on the defensive end and in auxiliary guard roles.
Keegan Murray’s status remains uncertain
A major storyline for Sacramento revolves around forward Keegan Murray, who has been listed as questionable due to right trapezius soreness. Murray has been a vital contributor in the early part of the 2025 season, delivering averages of 16.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 2 steals, and 1.5 blocks across eight games. His two-way production and versatility have made him essential to the team’s game plans on both ends of the floor.
Whether Murray can suit up will likely come down to how he responds during pre-game evaluations. His availability could be pivotal, especially as Sacramento faces an Indiana team known for its pace-heavy style of play.
Domantas Sabonis still out with knee injury
Former Pacers star Domantas Sabonis remains sidelined as he recovers from a partial meniscus tear sustained in mid-November. Sacramento Kings announced at the time of his injury that he would be re-evaluated after three to four weeks, making his absence on Monday expected. Sabonis’ continued recovery leaves Sacramento without its central interior presence and primary facilitator in the frontcourt.
Dennis Schroder questionable with hip strain
Veteran guard Dennis Schroder is also listed as questionable as he works through a hip strain that has already sidelined him for five straight games. His status has been monitored on a day-to-day basis, and Monday could mark either his sixth missed contest or a much-needed return to stabilize Kings’ backcourt rotation.
With key decisions pending and several players unavailable, Sacramento’s depth will once again be tested as they take the court on Monday night.