JR SMITH TO PLAY TONIGHT AT DETROIT

Cleveland Cavaliers guard JR Smith will suit up tonight as the Cavaliers take on the Detroit Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills.

Smith is recovering from a thumb injury that he suffered on Dec. 20 versus the Milwaukee Bucks. He had surgery and his recovery was set for 10-12 weeks.

In the offseason, Smith signed a 4-year/$57 million contract to remain with the Cavaliers. Prior to his injury, he averaged eight points per game on 33 percent shooting from the field.