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Marvin Bagley III set to return against the Orlando Magic

By John Kelly

MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 16: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 16, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 16: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 16, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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After missing nearly a month due to a knee-injury, Sacramento Kings rookie Marvin Bagley III is set to return tonight against the Orlando Magic.

After a long recovery period for his knee injury, Sacramento Kings rookie Marvin Bagley III has been cleared to play tonight against the Orlando Magic. Prior to his injury, Bagley had worked his way into the rotation by contributing 12.7 points along with 6.1 rebounds.

Sacramento has been able to compete in every game since Marvin was injured on Dec. 14 against the Warriors, but it’s been a struggle without his energetic play and rebounding. The Kings just didn’t have the extra punch to deliver a few more victories. It remains to be seen if Bagley will have a minutes restriction, but he is cleared to resume “all basketball activities”. Regardless, his return can only improve the teams chances of ending a four-game losing streak. The Sacramento Kings have gone 4-7 since Bagley was injured.

With the Kings getting beat on the boards, Bagley’s presence will be a welcomed addition to help grab more rebounds. His defensive energy could be a major plus as well, with Iman Shumpert not available to play in tonight’s contest. The purple and white have been very cautious with Bagley’s, injury not willing to rush the second overall pick back into action. The Kings will be looking for the rookie to continue with his solid play to get the Kings back in the win column.

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After being pain-free for a week it is assumed that Marvin will come off the bench while getting into game shape. With a favorable schedule starting tonight, the hope is that the Kings, along with Bagley can get back in the play off hunt.

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