History of Malik Monk in Timeline

Malik Monk is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. He was drafted 11th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2017 NBA draft after playing one season of college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats, where he earned All-American honors. He has also played for the Los Angeles Lakers. Monk is known for his scoring ability and athleticism.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 4, 1998: Malik Monk's Birth

On February 4, 1998, Malik Monk was born.

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November 18, 2015: Commitment to Kentucky

On November 18, 2015, Malik Monk committed to playing basketball for the University of Kentucky, choosing them over Arkansas.

January 2016: McDonald's All-American Game and Jordan Brand Classic

In January 2016, Malik Monk played in the 2016 McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic, earning Co-MVP honors alongside De'Aaron Fox.

December 17, 2016: University of Kentucky Freshman Scoring Record

On December 17, 2016, Malik Monk set a University of Kentucky freshman scoring record with 47 points in a win over North Carolina.

2016: Top Prospect Ranking

In 2016, Malik Monk was recognized as a consensus five-star prospect and considered one of the best players in the 2016 class by recruiting services like Rivals, ESPN, Scout, and 247Sports. He was ranked as the No.9 overall recruit and No.1 shooting guard in the 2016 high school class.

January 21, 2017: Win over South Carolina

On January 21, 2017, Monk scored 27 points in an 85–69 win over South Carolina.

January 31, 2017: Game against Georgia

On January 31, 2017, Monk scored 37 points against Georgia.

February 25, 2017: Victory over Florida

On February 25, 2017, Monk tallied 33 points in a 76–66 victory over Florida.

February 28, 2017: Win over Vanderbilt

On February 28, 2017, Monk scored 27 points in a 73–67 win over Vanderbilt.

June 22, 2017: Drafted by the Charlotte Hornets

On June 22, 2017, Malik Monk was selected with the eleventh overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets.

July 2, 2017: Signed with the Hornets

On July 2, 2017, Malik Monk signed his rookie-scale contract with the Charlotte Hornets, worth $15,726,047.

October 25, 2017: First Victory Against Denver Nuggets

On October 25, 2017, Monk recorded 17 points, two steals, and two assists in a 110–93 victory against the Denver Nuggets.

November 1, 2017: Game Against the Milwaukee Bucks

On November 1, 2017, Monk scored 25 points in a 126–121 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks, with Kentucky coach John Calipari in attendance.

December 26, 2017: G League Assignment

On December 26, 2017, Monk was assigned to the Greensboro Swarm, the Hornets' NBA G League affiliate, for one game where he scored 25 points, collected eight rebounds, and recorded four assists.