Knicks' Willy Hernangomez: Will start Thursday
Hernangomez will draw the start for Thursday's matchup against the Trail Blazers, Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis:
With Lance Thomas (hip) sidelined, Kristaps Porzingis will be moved to the power forward slot, opening up a position for Hernangomez in the starting five. The 22-year-old rookie out of Spain has started 11 games this season, averaging 10.0 points and 9.7 rebounds across 25.8 minutes per game.