Nene Hilario (ankle) took part in Thursday's practice, J. Michael of CSN reports.

Hilario (ankle) took part in Thursday's practice, J. Michael of CSN reports.

Analysis:

This is great news for the Wizards after Nene sat out the final two games of the regular season. His ankle injury was never considered serious, but the team obviously wants him as close to 100 percent as possible for the start of the postseason. Barring a setback Friday, Nene should be expected to start Saturday's opener in Toronto.