DeMar DeRozan (groin) did not practice Tuesday but remains on track to return Thursday against the Hornets, Dave Hilson of the Toronto Sun reports.

DeRozan (groin) did not practice Tuesday but remains on track to return Thursday against the Hornets, Dave Hilson of the Toronto Sun reports.

Analysis:

DeRozan missed practice to visit with team doctors, who will perform another evaluation on his groin injury. If everything appears fine, he'll likely be given the green light to play Thursday, though nothing is set in stone at this time. While coach Dwane Casey has not addressed DeRozan's minutes situation, it's likely he'll be restricted for at least a few games as he works his way back into game shape. DeRozan has not played since Nov. 28.