Jonas Valanciunas (hand) was able to practice Monday, and could return to the lineup later this week, the Toronto Sun reports.

Valanciunas (hand) was able to practice Monday, and could return to the lineup later this week, the Toronto Sun reports.

Analysis:

He won't be on the court Tuesday when the Raptors host the Mavs, but Saturday's game in Milwaukee hasn't been ruled out depending on how Valanciunas responds to contact. The team has lacked an offensive presence in the paint while the center has been sidelined, but given the nature of his injury and the length of his absence, don't expect Valanciunas to make an immediate impact when he does return.