Brook Lopez: Will Start Friday Against Sixers

Lopez will start in place of Kevin Garnett (rest) on Friday against the Sixers, Mike Mazzeo of ESPN reports.

Analysis:

Lopez is all too familiar with the role as a starter and will see a favorable matchup against a lowly Philadelphia squad. Garnett will return against the Pistons on Saturday, and Lopez will likely move back to the bench regardless of how he performs Friday.