Karasev is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Bulls, K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karasev will draw the start at shooting guard, which will force Wayne Ellington to move into a bench role. It's a very surprising move for the Nets, as Karasev is averaging 1.4 points, 0.9 rebounds and 0.4 assists over just seven minutes per game on the season. With the move into the starting lineup, he should see a large increase in his normal allotment of minutes.