Thornton will start at shooting guard Friday against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Thornton will move into the starting lineup with fellow guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) unable to go. Thornton's contributions this season in 19 minutes per game have been minimal, but he did score 16 points in a season-high 34 minutes in the Wizards' last game Wednesday, and he will likely see extra playing time again Friday with Beal out.