Hornets' Roy Hibbert: Will return to action Friday

Hibbert (knee) will play Friday against the Raptors.

Analysis:

Hibbert has been sidelined for five straight games after suffering from a sore knee since late October, but he is ready to get back on the court after returning to practice earlier this week without any complications. He started the only two games he appeared in this season, but Cody Zeller has played well as the starting center in his absence, so it remains to be seen who will get the nod at the position against the Raptors.