Nets' Jeremy Lin: Scores 17 off bench

Lin (back) played well off the bench Friday after missing one game, posting 17 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 20 minutes during a 118-111 loss to the Magic.

Analysis:

Lin had a minutes restriction after missing one game with back tightness but looked good when he was on the court, leading the Brooklyn bench in scoring. His minutes will likely be restricted until he gets back into game shape, but his long-term season outlook is bright as the Nets don't have a lot of depth at the point guard position.