Kings' Malik Monk: Available to return

Monk (neck strain) briefly exited Wednesday's game against the Lakers during the first half, but he will be available for the second half, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Monk made a quick trip to the locker room after being tied up with Anthony Davis during a fastbreak but quickly returned to the Kings' bench. He'll be available to play in the closing two periods.