Trail Blazers' Evan Turner: Starting Thursday

Turner will start at small forward in Thursday's matchup with the Grizzlies, Jason Quick of CSN Northwest reports.

Analysis:

With Maurice Harkless (ankle) ruled out, Turner will enter the starting lineup for the first time in Trail Blazers uniform. With averages of 9.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 25.0 minutes per game on the season, Turner has seen a decline in his production from what he posted with the Celtics in 2015-16, but the move to the top unit -- even if only temporarily -- could be enough to get him back on the right track.