Patterson (knee) will sit out Sunday's matchup with the Nets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson was limited to just seven minutes during Friday's game against the Magic, as he was forced from the contest with a bruised left knee. He's still dealing with some lingering discomfort, so the Raptors will keep him on the sidelines Sunday. Lucas Nogueira appeared to benefit the most without Patterson during Friday's contest and should be in line for added minutes again, while Jared Sullinger and Pascal Siakam could absorb some extra playing time at power forward as well. It remains to be seen who will start in Patterson's place.

Patterson (knee) is considered questionable to play Sunday against the Nets, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson exited Friday's loss to the Magic will a bruised left knee, and he was only a partial participant at Saturday's practice. However, the team will wait to evaluate him at shootaround Sunday before making a call on his status.

Patterson suffered a left knee contusion and will not return to Friday's game against the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

It's unknown at this time how serious the injury is, but he won't return Friday. If he misses time, Lucas Nogueira and Jared Sullinger would likely help fill the minutes void.

Patterson will start at power forward in Friday's game against the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

The Raptors' starting power forward spot has been a revolving door of late, but it will be Patterson getting the nod there Friday for the second game in a row. Patterson has started just two games this season, but he averaged 23.5 minutes in those two games compared to 28 minutes per contest in 33 games off the bench.

Patterson supplied three points (1-7 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes during a 101-99 loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson moved back into the starting lineup after being benched for Jared Sullinger in Tuesday's loss to the Spurs. He played more minutes in Wednesday's outing but only managed to make one shot. Sullinger's workload will likely continue to get heavier, cutting into Patterson's long-term value. Whether Patterson starts or comes off the bench likely won't affect his production too much.

Patterson will start at power forward for Wednesday's matchup against the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

The Raptors originally announced that Jared Sullinger would remain in the starting lineup, but they have opted to go with Patterson at the last minute. The big man just returned from a six game absence, and played 21 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Spurs. He figures to see a slightly heavier workload Wednesday.

Patterson scored 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt) while adding four rebounds and an assist in 21 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 108-106 loss to the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Seeing his first action since January 10, Patterson didn't show much rust in his return from a knee injury. Jared Sullinger got the start at power forward for Toronto but was ineffective, and while that's likely coach Dwane Casey's preferred lineup, Patterson could end up seeing starter's minutes off the bench once he's back in top shape.

Patterson (knee) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's matchup with the Spurs, Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson has missed the last six games with a sore left knee, but was listed as probable earlier Tuesday, so this was the expected course of action. Look for Patterson to come off the bench with the Ratpors' second unit and while he's not expected to be on a minutes restriction, it wouldn't be surprising if coach Dwane Casey ended up keeping a close eye on his power forward. Look for either Jared Sullinger or Lucas Nogueira to pick up the start with Patterson sharing the reserve minutes for the time being.

Patterson (knee) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs, Josh Lewenberg of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson took part in the Raptors' morning shootaround and was a full participant in practices Saturday and Monday, so it looks quite likely that he'll be able to return from a six-game absence due to a sore left knee. Lucas Nogueira started at power forward in the Raptors' last game Sunday against the Suns and played 35 minutes, though he could end up seeing most of his time as the backup center behind Jonas Valanciunas now that Patterson is healthy again. Patterson has handled the bulk of the minutes at power forward this season despite making only one start, but he might fall into more of a timeshare at the position with Jared Sullinger, who has appeared in the last three games after being sidelined all season while recovering from foot surgery.

Patterson (knee) participated in Monday's practice, Josh Lewenberg of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patterson has missed the last six games with a sore left knee, but he appears to be nearing a return after going through practices both Saturday and Monday. With Jared Sullinger back in the mix for Toronto, the Raptors can afford to exercise caution with Patterson, and the expectation is that Patterson will be considered questionable to take the court Tuesday once the team releases its injury report.