5 Players the Sacramento Kings could sign if Malik Monk walks in free agency

Mar 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Monte Morris (23) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Monte Morris (23) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports | Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
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Spencer Dinwiddie

Last season was not kind to Spencer Dinwiddie. He was overburdened as a primary creator on the Brooklyn Nets before being tasked with an awkward 3-and-d role on the Los Angeles Lakers.

However, it wasn't long ago that Dinwiddie was playing a crucial role as a supercharged bench guard on the 2021-22 Dallas Mavericks, who, if you recall, made it to the Western Conference Finals. In 18 playoff games, Dinwiddie averaged 14.2 PPG and 3.6 APG on 57.6% true shooting.

He was also solid enough on defense to log nearly 28 minutes per game. Dinwiddie has never been a great defender. But that run proves that he can be serviceable if put in the right environment.

The Kings have an opportunity to offer him a focused role that is similar to the one he fulfilled with the Mavericks. He can run the offense for the 12-15 minutes per game that De'Aaron Fox needs a breather and play alongside him for another 8-10.

Like many of the other names on this list, his falling stock will enable the Kings to replace Monk while also addressing other weaknesses.

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