John Collins Returns from Groin Injury, Will Not Start Friday

John Collins (groin) is available for Friday's game in Toronto after a one-game absence, but will not be in the starting lineup, operating in a reserve role for the Los Angeles Clippers. His return follows a month-long hot streak where he averaged 15.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 2.3 triples, 1.1 steals, and 1.6 blocks. In nine games off the bench this season, Collins has posted averages of 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 three-pointers per contest.