The Kings have officially ruled out starting guard DeMar DeRozan. DeRozan is dealing with lower-back tightness and was previously listed as doubtful, while guard Malik Monk is battling a right ankle sprain and was already ruled out ahead of Friday's contest.

For the game, the Kings will likely be without one of their best players, as DeMar DeRozan is doubtful on the injury report. DeRozan is in his first season with the Kings. The six-time NBA All-Star is averaging 22.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1. ...

DeMar DeRozan finds himself on the injury report with a back issue ahead of the Kings' first NBA Cup game against the Timberwolves.