Raptors' Pascal Siakam: Runs with the starters Wednesday

Siakam is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's season opener against the Pistons.

Analysis:

Patrick Patterson was considered the leading candidate to start in place of Jared Sullinger (foot), but it appears head coach Dwane Casey has opted to go with the rookie instead. Casey has indicated multiple times in the past that he likes bringing Patterson off the bench, so that's likely the motivation behind this move. Even though Siakam is with the top unit, Patterson should get a ton of run off the bench, so at best, the two will see a timeshare at the position.