Harrison Barnes: Will return to action off the bench Monday

Barnes (ankle) will return to action in a reserve role Monday, Monte Poole of CSN Authentic reports.

Analysis:

Barnes will be making his return to the court after missing the team's previous 16 games. It does not come as a surprise that the Warriors have opted to use him in a reserve role, as they do not want to rush him back into action. Brandon Rush will continue starting in his place for potentially the last time. Expect Barnes to see some type of minute restriction as he works his way back into game shape.