Lin tallied 18 points (5-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, five assists, and a steal over 30 minutes in Wednesday's 99-94 preseason victory over the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

It was the second consecutive 18-point effort for the Hornets' new shooting guard, who will get the starting nod at the two as part of the domino effect of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist's shoulder surgery. Lin has actually put together a very encouraging preaseason overall, scoring in double-digits in all six outings he has participated in and even posting an impressive 26 boards over that span as well. While he will bring a degree of defensive liability, the 27-year-old will should also form a potent offensive backcourt with Kemba Walker.