Daniss Jenkins will get the start on Sunday against the 76ers, with Ausar Thompson ruled out because of an ankle injury. It is a notable lineup change and one that gives Jenkins a bigger role in a game where the rotation has already been altered.
The update comes from Hunter Patterson, who said Jenkins will start Sunday's game against the 76ers. With Thompson unavailable, the opportunity opens for Jenkins to step into the first unit and take on a larger share of the responsibility.
What Jenkins has shown so far
Jenkins' season sample is still small, but his early numbers offer a useful snapshot of what he can bring. Across two appearances this season, he has averaged 7.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 26.0 minutes per contest.
Those figures suggest a player who has already contributed across multiple areas in limited minutes. Sunday will give him a chance to do that in a starting role rather than in a shorter bench spell.
Why Sunday matters
For Jenkins, this is less about a long-term statement and more about making the most of a specific opening. Thompson's absence forces a change, and Jenkins is the player set to benefit from it.
That makes Sunday a simple but important test: step in, handle the increased workload, and help stabilize the lineup against the 76ers.
