Jamal Shead is slated to start Friday’s Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Cavaliers.
Ingram’s Injury Opens Door for Shead
Brandon Ingram will not play in Friday’s do-or-die matchup. This absence allows Shead to enter the starting five.
The second-year guard previously started Games 1 and 2. During those games, he averaged 10.0 points, 3.0 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals. He also shot 43.8 percent from the field in 33.0 minutes per tilt.
Shead’s Previous Performance
- Started Games 1 and 2
- Averaged 10.0 points per game
- Shot 43.8 percent from the field
Shead’s opportunity arises due to Ingram’s unavailability. He will look to replicate his earlier performances in the series.