Diverse line in starting role Monk posted 13 points (5-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two steals and one assist across 29 minutes Wednesday in the Lakers' 106-101 win over the Jazz. Impact After a one-game stint on the bench, Monk moved back to the top unit Wednesday, replacing Avery Bradley (knee). Assuming Bradley's injury isn't a major one, Monk could be headed to the bench when the Lakers return to action Feb. 25 against the Clippers, but the latter could be in store for an elevated role nonetheless. Anthony Davis exited Wednesday's contest with a right ankle sprain that is expected to sideline him for at least two weeks, so Monk could be one of several players called on to fill some of the vacated usage on the offensive end coming out of the All-Star break.
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE