Kyle Lowry will use Friday's matchup with the Pacers as an opportunity to rest prior to the playoffs.

Lowry will use Friday's matchup with he Pacers as an opportunity to rest prior to the playoffs.

Analysis:

This decision does not come as a surprise considering the playoffs are a week away, and the Raptors are playing the back end of a double-header. Lowry will be replaced in the starting lineup by Cory Joseph. He will likely return to action Sunday against the Knicks.