Penda is starting Friday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

The rookie second-rounder is getting the opportunity to fill the vacant spot opened up by the injured Tristan da Silva (back). Friday is set to be the first career start for Penda, who has averaged 5.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 16.9 minutes per tilt over his last 10 games.