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Questionable for Tuesday Ellis (ankle) is questionable to play Tuesday against Golden State.

Impact Ellis is at risk of missing his fourth consecutive game Tuesday due to a left ankle sprain, although Sacramento will be coming off three full days of rest. If Ellis can't suit up, Malik Monk will have increased combo guard duties. Chris Duarte has logged back-to-back games with 20-plus minutes as well.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Minnesota Ellis (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Ellis will miss a third straight contest due to a left ankle sprain, but he wouldn't be a factor in most fantasy formats even if available since he's averaging just 12.0 minutes per game. Ellis' next chance to feature will come against the Warriors next Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Ellis (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against New Orleans.

Impact Ellis will miss his second consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Chris Duarte (hand) is also banged up, leaving Kevin Huerter, Malik Monk and Davion Mitchell as secondary playmakers to help fill the void alongside De'Aaron Fox. Ellis' next opportunity to return is Friday against Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle sprain Ellis has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Ellis has surpassed Davion Mitchell as the top backup behind De'Aaron Fox, but the Alabama product appears to have sprained his ankle during Sunday's win over the Mavericks. Sacramento may just be exercising precaution during a back-to-back, so Ellis can be considered day-to-day, with his next chance to suit up coming Wednesday in a rematch versus New Orleans. In Ellis' absence, Mitchell figures to operate as the primary backup point guard, but if Kevin Huerter (finger) and Sasha Vezenkov (thumb) join Ellis on the sideline, Malik Monk and Chris Duarte would presumably handle increased usage as well.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Ellis isn't starting Monday's game against the Cavaliers, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Ellis will go back to a bench role with De'Aaron Fox returning from an ankle injury. Ellis started his team's last two contests, averaging 6.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists,1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks in 26.0 minutes.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to impress in win Ellis provided four points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds and three steals in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 121-118 overtime victory over the Trail Blazers.

Impact The Kings were impressed by Ellis' performance on Monday against Houston and gave him the start. Unfortunately, he failed to make an impact and the team put Davion Mitchell and Malik Monk back in after only seven minutes. He appeared again for brief stints in the second and third quarter but rode the bench after that.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making first NBA start Ellis is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Trail Blazers, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Ellis will replace Davion Mitchell in the starting five Wednesday. Ellis is a two-way player for the Kings and will make just his fourth NBA appearance of the season after making 16 in 2022-23. The 23-year-old guard is coming off of a 15-point outing against Houston.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Surprises with 15-point effort Ellis finished Monday's 122-97 loss to Houston with 15 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal over 14 minutes.

Impact Ellis had logged just two minutes across two appearances before shining off the bench Monday, as he ended with more points scored than minutes played while missing just two of his seven shots from the field. Ellis saw extended minutes since Houston blew out the Kings for a second straight game, but given how much the offense has struggled, it wouldn't be shocking if he sees extra minutes in the coming contests, particularly since De'Aaron Fox remains out with an ankle injury.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Comes up empty in loss Ellis ended Sunday's 109-95 loss to the Nuggets with one point (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one assist in 13 minutes.

Impact Ellis logged double-digit minutes for the second time all season as the Kings cleared their bench in Sunday's regular-season finale. Headed to the playoffs for the first time in what feels like forever, the Kings are not used to having to prepare for postseason basketball. Based on what we have seen throughout the season, don't expect to see Ellis on the floor during the playoff run.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers in garbage time Ellis finished Sunday's 136-104 loss to the Pelicans with 10 points (3-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 17 minutes.

Impact While the Kings were trailing by 36 points with 4:36 left in the third quarter, Ellis checked into the contest and didn't leave the court for the rest of the night. The two-way rookie out of Alabama was making just his sixth appearance of the season for the NBA team, and even though he was a positive contributor during his time on the floor, he's unlikely to receive more playing time in competitive games because of it. Look for Sacramento to reassign Ellis to the G League's Stockton Kings as soon as De'Aaron Fox returns from personal leave.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient scoring in victory Ellis posted 27 points (9-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 113-111 win over the Ignite.

Impact Ellis' 27 points were a game-high, and he managed it in just 11 field-goal attempts. Ellis also hit a game-high in threes.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active Thursday Ellis has been recalled from the G League and is active for Thursday's matchup with the Spurs, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.

Impact Ellis was called up to join the Kings as a depth piece with Keegan Murray (back) and Richaun Holmes (illness) both sitting out Thursday. He will continue to bounce back and forth between the NBA and G League as needed this season.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE