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Meyers Leonard will enter the starting five for Monday's game at Houston, the Houston Chronicle reports.

Leonard will enter the starting five for Monday's game at Houston, the Houston Chronicle reports.

Analysis:

The Blazers are trotting out a much smaller lineup than normal due to the absent LaMarcus Aldridge (illness) and Robin Lopez (hand). While Leonard is earning a surprise start, he's picked up just 16 minutes across three appearances in the past six games, totaling only seven points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, and one assist. Consequently, expect Chris Kaman, Joel Freeland, and Thomas Robinson to gather in most of the frontcourt run.

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