Lin (ankle) has been ruled out of Tuesday's tilt with the Pistons, Ron Beard of The Detroit News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Lin has been ruled day-to-day due to a sprained right ankle but all reports indicate the veteran is trending upwards. In his absence, look for Spencer Dinwiddie to get the spot start with Isaiah Whitehead also likely to see increased minutes off the bench. Lin's next chance to return to the court will come Thursday when the Nets face the Suns.