Tony Allen (hand) will not play Tuesday versus the Knicks, FOX Sports Memphis reports.

Allen (hand) will not play Tuesday versus the Knicks, FOX Sports Memphis reports.

Analysis:

Allen has been out of commission since Jan. 3, but returned to practice Monday, which indicates he should be ready for game action some time later this week. With that in mind, expect Courtney Lee to receive another start for the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Lee has performed well in Allen's absence, which has raised uncertainty over who will start when Allen is available to play. That situation will likely be addressed in Memphis' next game, Friday against the Clippers, when Allen should be good to go.