Kings' De'Aaron Fox Gives Injury Update: 'Optimistic' for Next Game

After missing two consecutive games, Sacramento's De'Aaron Fox aims to return to the court on Monday.

The Sacramento Kings have had to play eight games without star point guard De'Aaron Fox this season, going 4-4 in that span. While the Kings have held strong while Fox is sidelined, having their game-changing point guard back on the court for a late-season push is necessary.

Fox has missed two consecutive games with a lingering left knee contusion, but his latest comments give fans hope for a speedy recovery. After practicing on Sunday, Fox spoke to the media, providing an injury update (via @SeanCunningham | X):

"I feel better. I was able to practice today, so optimistic about tomorrow, for sure. I went through the whole practice today. ...[My knee] was swollen a bit. It's like if I was standing for a period of time then it was hard to sit down, or if I was sitting down for a period of time then when I stood up it was sore. It was pain tolerance but, also, it'd be smart if I can't go out there to help my team then I wouldn't play."

De'Aaron Fox says he's optimistic about playing Monday when the Kings host the Bulls, talks about dealing with the left knee contusion, the big win in Minnesota & the players only meeting before that game. pic.twitter.com/NJUiu2IMYy

— Sean Cunningham (@SeanCunningham) March 3, 2024

After picking up a statement road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday without Fox, the Kings proved they can still play at a high level without their star guard. With 23 games left in the regular season, every win matters for Sacramento. As the Kings fight to avoid the Play-In Tournament, they need Fox back on the court. 

The Kings host the Chicago Bulls on Monday as Fox aims to return to action. 

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