Struggles during lopsided win

DeMar DeRozan scored nine of Sacramento’s 11 points in the second overtime, powering the Kings to a 123-118 victory over the Miami Heat on Monday night and extending their winning streak to a season-high five games under interim coach Doug Christie.

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Malik Monk had 26 points and 12 assists, Domantas Sabonis contributed 22 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, and the Sacramento Kings dominated the Golden State Warriors 129-99 for their fourth straight win despite playing without leading scorer De’Aaron Fox.

DeMar DeRozan discusses his Kings turnaround during a 4-1 stretch under interim head coach Doug Christie, Sunday's 129-99 point win over the Warriors in San Francisco, the impact of Malik Monk and Sacramento finding their joy again after a fourth consecutive win.

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With Sunday’s win, the Kings are one game back from a Play-In spot and currently sit in 11th place. Christie hasn’t made significant changes to the rotation since he took over. However, the team looks different and is playing with a new energy, particularly on the defensive end of the court.

Malik Monk scored 11 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Kings to a 138-133 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. DeMar DeRozan added 29 points for the Kings (16-19), who have won three in a row under interim coach Doug Christie.

Sacramento Kings star guard De'Aaron Fox won't play again on Monday night as he continues to nurse a glute injury.

DeMar DeRozan explained why the Kings seem to be playing with more energy after winning their fourth in a row under Doug Christie.