Darrell Arthur is expected to start in Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Arthur is expected to start in Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Chris Dempsey of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis:

With Kenneth Faried missing the game to attend to the birth of his child, Arthur is expected to move into the starting lineup in his place. Arthur is averaging just under 20 minutes per game this season, but could see that number increase with Faried out of the lineup. Look for Arthur to return to a bench role on Sunday when Faried is expected to return.