Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Scores five points in return
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Vezenkov (ankle) tallied five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two steals and one assist across 10 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 127-106 win over Utah.
The Kings will be without Malik Monk (knee) for the rest of the regular season, but the returns of Vezenkov and Trey Lyles (knee) from 22- and nine-game absences, respectively, helped fortify the Sacramento bench. The rookie from Cyprus turned in a useful all-around line during his time on the court, but Vezenkov is unlikely to see his role grow substantially over the final two weeks of the regular season unless Sacramento elects to scale back the minutes of starting forwards Harrison Barnes and Keegan Murray.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Back in action
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Vezenkov (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Jazz, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov will make his return to the lineup Sunday after missing the last 22 games with an ankle injury. His return comes at a great time for Sacramento, who recently lost Malik Monk (knee) and Kevin Huerter (shoulder) to injury. Vezenkov could find his way into a substantial role with plenty of minutes suddenly available in the Kings' regular rotation.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Questionable for Sunday
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jazz.
Vezenkov has been sidelined since Feb. 9, but this will be his third straight questionable designation. He's been ramping up his activity at practice, and the Kings will be anxious to get him back after losing Malik Monk (knee) for the remainder of the regular season.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Won't suit up Friday
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Vezenkov (ankle) will not play Friday against the Mavericks.
Vezenkov has been sidelined since early February, but despite being ruled out for Friday, he's now considered day-to-day. He fully practiced Friday morning, and he could make his return Sunday against the Jazz.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Fully participates in practice
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Vezenkov (ankle), who is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks, fully participated in the Kings' morning practice session, Jake Gadon of CBS Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov hasn't suited up since early February but has been ramping up in recent days. His full participation in practice is encouraging, but the Kings will likely wait to see how he feels afterward before determining his status. If he's cleared to play, Vezenkov could face a minutes restriction following his lengthy absence.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Listed as questionable
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Vezenkov has been sidelined since early February, but he's trending in the right direction and is considered day-to-day. If he gets the green light, Vezenkov could work his way back into the rotation. On the season, the forward is averaging 12.6 minutes per game.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Sitting out Tuesday
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Vezenkov (ankle) won't play Tuesday against the Mavericks, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.
Vezenkov hasn't played since early February due to a right ankle sprain but has been ramping up toward a return. His next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch versus Dallas.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Questionable for Monday
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Vezenkov has a chance to return to action after missing the last 19 games due to a right ankle sprain. He could find his way into a small role should he be cleared, as Kevin Huerter (shoulder) is unavailable.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Won't play Thursday
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Vezenkov (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Washington.
Vezenkov was questionable for Thursday's matchup but will miss a 19th consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will be Saturday against Orlando.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Downgraded to out
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Vezenkov (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov will miss his 17th straight game Wednesday after being downgraded from questionable to out with a right ankle sprain. However, Vezenkov appears to be nearing a return, with his next chance to suit up being Thursday's matchup with Washington.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Re-evaluated in 4-to-6 weeks
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The Kings announced Tuesday that Vezenkov has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 right ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in 4-to-6 weeks, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.
Vezenkov recently missed seven straight games after spraining the same ankle, but the sprain he suffered during Saturday's practice appears to be far more significant. The Kings will check back in with Vezenkov in mid-to-late March, and if he heals as anticipated, he could be able to make a few appearances before the regular season comes to a close. The rookie forward has held a minor role off the Sacramento bench this season, averaging 5.6 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.1 three-pointers in 12.6 minutes per contest over 35 outings.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Facing multi-week absence
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Vezenkov is expected to be sidelined for multiple weeks while tending to a recurring right ankle sprain, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Vezenkov initially sprained the ankle in the Kings' Jan. 22 win over Atlanta, resulting in him missing seven games before he returned to action 16 days later. After making his second appearance since suffering the injury in Friday's 135-106 win over the Nuggets, Vezenkov aggravated the ankle sprain in Saturday's practice, per Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee. The Kings will likely have an update on Vezenkov's status coming out of the All-Star break, but his absence will create a minor hole in the rotation. Alex Len and Kessler Edwards look to be the primary candidates to step into the rotation in Vezenkov's absence, while Trey Lyles could also see an expanded role as the top backup at both frontcourt spots.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Good to go Wednesday
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Vezenkov (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons. James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov will return to action Wednesday after missing Sacramento's last seven contests with a right ankle sprain. He's averaging 7.0 points and 2.6 rebounds in 10.0 minutes across his last five appearances and will likely hold only a minor role off the bench Wednesday.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Iffy against Detroit
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Vezenkov (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.
Vezenkov is in danger of missing his eighth straight contest Wednesday while dealing with a right ankle sprain. The 28-year-old forward's potential absence won't significantly impact Sacramento's rotation.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Listed as questionable again
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Vezenkov continues to draw questionable tags even though the Kings initially said he'd be week-to-week after spraining his right ankle. He's missed six straight games, but his absence hasn't had a major impact on the Kings' rotation.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Won't go Saturday
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Vezenkov (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game against the Bulls, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov was initially labeled a game-time decision with a sprained right ankle, but he'll watch Saturday's game in street clothes. While he's been sidelined, Kessler Edwards and Chris Duarte have seen more action and should continue to handle expanded roles.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Game-time call vs. Bulls
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against Chicago, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.
Vezenkov hasn't taken the court since Jan. 22 due to a right ankle sprain, but he could have a chance to change that if he fares well in pregame warmups. The Kings should have another update on his status closer to tipoff.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Deemed questionable again
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Vezenkov (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pacers.
Vezenkov has been listed as questionable in each of Sacramento's last three games before being downgraded to out. Kessler Edwards and Chris Duarte have received increased playing time in his absence.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Listed questionable again
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Vezenkov (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Vezenkov has missed three straight games due to a right ankle sprain. He was initally deemed week-to-week, but the Kings continue to list him as questionable, suggesting he could return sooner than later.
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Kings' Sasha Vezenkov: Out Monday
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Vezenkov (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Vezenkov will miss a third straight game due to a right ankle sprain. He was expected to be week-to-week after suffering the injury, but Sacramento has initially listed him as questionable for back-to-back games, suggesting he could return sooner than later.
