Harrison Barnes & Malik Monk meet with media before facing Warriors

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes and guard Malik Monk spoke to the media following Friday’s practice as they prepare for Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs.

Barnes, who will be facing his former team, the Golden State Warriors, said he is good to go for Saturday’s series opener after tweaking his ankle at the end of Wednesday’s practice.

The 30-year-old also shared his excitement about playing in front of an amped-up Golden 1 Center as the team will be playing its first postseason game in 17 years.

Monk also met with the media on Friday to share his thoughts on facing Golden State.

Over three appearances against the Warriors this season, Monk holds averages of 17.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 38 percent from the field and 36 percent from the three-point line.

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Upcoming Sacramento Kings Schedule

NBA Western Conference Playoffs – First Round

• Saturday, April 15th – Game 1: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors – 5:30 PM PST
• Monday, April 17th – Game 2: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors – 7:00 PM PST
• Thursday, April 20th – Game 3: Sacramento Kings @ Golden State Warriors – 7:00 PM PST
• Sunday, April 23rd – Game 4: Sacramento Kings @ Golden State Warriors – 12:30 PM PST
• Wednesday, April 26th – Game 5**: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors – TBD
• Friday, April 28th – Game 6**: Sacramento Kings @ Golden State Warriors – TBD
• Sunday, April 30th – Game 7**: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors – TBD

**If necessary

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