Jeremy Lin (back) went through practice Thursday but won't know until Friday whether or not he'll be able to play against the 76ers, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

Lin (back) went through practice Thursday, but won't know until Friday whether or not he'll be able to play against the 76ers, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis:

Lin continues to deal with the same soreness in his back that kept him out of Tuesday's matchup with the Sixers. His participation in practice is a good sign, but the team will wait to see how the back reacts Friday morning before making an official call.