Malik Monk’s Play Standing Out During Hornets’ 3-Game Winning Streak
Over his past three outings, reserve guard Malik Monk has stepped up in a big way for Charlotte, posting averages of 20.7 points on 57% shooting (42% from three), 2.3 assists and 1.3 steals in just 25 minutes off the bench. The Hornets have needed help in the backcourt following LaMelo Ball’s injury with Monk’s three-game run highlighted by a 32-point showing in Friday’s home win over Miami. Having now notched a pair of 30-point games against the Heat this season, the Hornets will hope Monk has a similar repeat-like performance versus a Suns squad he dropped 29 on last month back in Phoenix.