Kendrick Perkins will start in Wednesday's game against the Rockets.
Perkins will start in Wednesday's game against the Rockets, John Reid of the Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis:
Perkins will be replacing Alexis Ajinca in the lineup due to coach Alvin Gentry's decision. Gentry cited Ajinca's struggle with too many fouls as the reason for the change. Perkins will likely see and increase in minutes and could remain in the starting lineup for more than just Wednesday's tilt.