Raptors' Patrick Patterson: Practicing Monday

Patterson (knee) participated in Monday's practice, Josh Lewenberg of TSN reports.

Analysis:

Patterson has missed the last six games with a sore left knee, but he appears to be nearing a return after going through practices both Saturday and Monday. With Jared Sullinger back in the mix at power forward for the Raptors, coach Dwane Casey can afford to exercise caution with Patterson, but there's a good chance Patterson will be able to play at least spot minutes Tuesday against the Spurs.