Dante Cunningham (knee) will start Thursday against the Spurs, Daniel Sallerson of Pelicans radio reports.

Cunningham (knee) will start Thursday against the Spurs, Daniel Sallerson of Pelicans radio reports.

Analysis:

Cunningham was a game-time decision with a left knee sprain. With Omer Asik still out, Cunningham should continue to receive starter's minutes when healthy. He is averaging 11.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game in 34.6 minutes per game over his last three.