DeMar DeRozan: (Groin) Practices Fully Thursday

DeRozan got in a full practice Thursday for the first time since suffering a groin injury Nov. 28, the Toronto Sun reports.

Analysis:

DeRozan took a significant step in his recovery Thursday, and his return to game action is not far off. The Raptors have not provided an official target date for his return, but the report indicates that "Jan. 8 is a good guess."