Joakim Noah (ankle) went through shootaround Thursday and is set to return against the Knicks, K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Noah (ankle) went through shootaround Thursday and is set to return against the Knicks, K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Analysis:

This only offers further credence that Noah will be back on the floor Thursday after missing Chicago's last four games with an ankle injury. Expect the reigning Defensive Player of the Year to start at center alongside Pau Gasol. He could see an increased workload with Taj Gibson (ankle) listed as questionable.