Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy hinted that Monroe could eventually work his way into the starting lineup, the Detroit News reports.

Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy hinted that Monroe could eventually work his way into the starting lineup, the Detroit News reports.

Analysis:

Monroe, who served a two-game suspension last week, made his season debut on Saturday, totaling 18 points and 11 rebounds in 30 minutes off the bench. Andre Drummond appears to be locked in as the starting center, and Van Gundy has been hesitant to run out a starting lineup with the trio of Drummond, Monroe and Josh Smith, which means a promotion for Monroe would likely mean using Smith in a reserve role. Regardless of which two nab starting jobs long term, all three players will receive enough run to make a sizable fantasy impact.