Keegan Murray has faced a challenging 2024-25 NBA season with the Sacramento Kings, struggling to meet the expectations set for a fourth overall draft pick. Averaging just 12.2 points and 6.8 rebounds per game, his efficiency has notably declined, marked by a career-low true-shooting percentage of 54.9%. Despite showing flashes of improvement in February and early March, his inconsistency remains a major concern.

The addition of DeMar DeRozan appears to have complicated his role, leading to a series of single-digit scoring games that have frustrated fans and analysts alike. If Murray can't transform these recent promising performances into sustained production, he risks being labeled a solid role player rather than the star the Kings initially hoped for.

Dwight Howard's legacy with the Orlando Magic solidifies as he is set to become the 13th member of the franchise's Hall of Fame. Known for his unyielding dominance, Howard made history as the first player to earn a unanimous All-NBA First Team selection and the first to win the Defensive Player of the Year award three consecutive times. During his tenure, he became the Magic's all-time leader in points, rebounds, blocks, free throws made, and minutes played.

Induction will occur on March 24 during a special ceremony at Kia Center, coinciding with a game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Howard's impact transcends statistics; his contributions advanced the Magic to the 2009 NBA Finals and strengthened community ties, as acknowledged by team CEO Alex Martins.

Doug Christie began his tenure as Sacramento Kings coach with a promising 10-2 record, turning around their previous woes. However, the recent performance has dipped, and after a 132-108 defeat to the Golden State Warriors, the Kings are now struggling at .500. Following this loss, Christie called a crucial meeting with his starters, including Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis, to address their defensive woes. This starting lineup has only seen limited playtime together, contributing to a concerning -3.5 net rating and a poor defensive rating of 124.1, which highlights their challenges on that end.

The team's defensive struggles worsened after trading De'Aaron Fox. The Kings had hoped their offense could compensate, but the current rhythm between Monk and LaVine appears disjointed. Moreover, the offense has become stagnant, losing its effectiveness in generating scoring opportunities. While the Kings are playing faster and have seen a slight improvement in offensive efficiency, their defense has not kept pace, leading to significant setbacks in recent games. Kings management has recognized the need for a coaching change, but the flaws in the roster persist.

As the post-All-Star break play commences, fantasy managers are gearing up for a busy week with several teams playing multiple games. Notably, teams like the Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers have three games lined up, while the Sacramento Kings are poised for a slow week with only one game. This discrepancy presents a challenge for those considering starters from the Kings.

Key players to consider starting include Nick Smith Jr. from the Hornets, who is stepping up in LaMelo Ball's absence, and Spurs’ Stephon Castle, fresh off an impressive All-Star Weekend. Both have been performing well leading up to the break. Conversely, Kings' Malik Monk and Keegan Murray should likely ride the bench this week due to their limited playing opportunities. Managers should be strategic with their lineups while maximizing on the teams with more games.