Roy Hibbert (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Knicks.

Hibbert (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Knicks.

Analysis:

Coach Frank Vogel said he'll give Hibbert the night off in an effort to better manage the big man's minutes. Ian Mahinmi will get the start in Hibbert's place, while Lavoy Allen will serve as the primary backup. Expect to see Hibbert back in the starting five Friday against Chicago.