Trail Blazers' Aminu returns Monday

Al-Farouq Aminu (calf) will return in a reserve role for Monday's game versus the Bulls, Joe Freeman of the Oregonian reports.

Analysis:

Aminu has spent the previous 13 games sidelined with a left calf strain. Ed Davis will still draw the start at power forward Monday, while Aminu is expected play somewhere between 16-20 minutes. Thus, while his return is obvious cause for optimism, owners should hesitate on inserting him into their lineups until he is off a minute restriction, and eased back into his usual role.