The Kings missed Monk’s energy, playmaking ability and the scoring punch he provides off the bench in a 116-96 loss to the Spurs at Front Bank Center in San Antonio. Sacramento’s bench was outscored 37-21 while starters Kevin Huerter and Keegan Murray combined for only seven points on 3-of-14 shooting.

Here’s what you need to know as the Sacramento Kings prepare to open a four-game homestand against the Phoenix Suns at Golden 1 Center.