Stanley Johnson will start at shooting guard Thursday against the Knicks, Pistons play-by-play announcer Mark Champion reports.

Johnson will start at shooting guard Thursday against the Knicks, Pistons play-by-play announcer Mark Champion reports.

Analysis:

With Kentavious Caldwell-Pope sidelined with a groin strain, Johnson will draw into the starting lineup for the second time in his career and first time as a guard. Johnson has started to thrive in an increased role with the Pistons, averaging 13.8 points and 4.2 rebounds over 28.2 minutes in his last five outings and figures to see even more minutes Thursday.