Magic's Jodie Meeks: Expected to be available Monday

Meeks (thumb) has been cleared to play and is expected to be available for Monday's matchup against the 76ers, Marc. J. Spears of ESPN reports.

Analysis:

After being sidelined since Jan. 18 after surgery to repair a sprained right thumb, Meeks has been cleared for a full return to basketball activities, and will be available to take the floor during Monday's game. In 24 appearances with the Magic this season, Meeks has averaged 8.9 points on 40.4 percent from distance across 21.7 minutes per game, and could rejoin the regular rotation for the remainder of the year.