Barnes is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, Ronald Tillery of the Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tony Allen is dealing with soreness to both his knee and hamstring and will get the night off, which opens up an opportunity for Barnes to move back into the starting lineup. Barnes is averaging 26.3 minutes so far this season, but with the additional minutes available from Allen's absence, he could see that number increased Thursday.