Jonas Valanciunas: Practices again Friday

Valanciunas (hand) took part in Friday's practice and is nearing a return to the lineup, The Toronto Star reports.

Analysis:

Valanciunas' chances of returning to action Saturday against the Bucks are not certain, but the team could activate him if he feels fine during shootaround and warmups. If he does not end up playing Saturday, Valanciunas will still have a chance to return to action for the Raptors' next game Monday in Chicago.