DeMar DeRozan Out for Kings vs. Hawks

DeMar DeRozan has been ruled out for the Sacramento Kings' matchup against the Atlanta Hawks due to a lower back injury, marking his third consecutive absence. Although he has started individual workouts and could return as early as Friday, his unavailability adds to the Kings' injury woes, with key players like Malik Monk and potentially Domantas Sabonis also sidelined. Meanwhile, De'Aaron Fox of the Kings has been on a scoring tear, recently achieving back-to-back games with 60 and 49 points, which has been crucial for the team's performance. The Kings currently sit at 8-6, looking for their second win against the Hawks this season, who are struggling with injuries as well. The Hawks, led by Trae Young, have had a challenging start with 70 games missed due to injuries, affecting their overall performance. Tonight's game will be critical for both teams as they navigate through their respective injury challenges.