Lance Thomas: Targeting Friday for return

Thomas has been out since Jan. 15 after suffering a fractured orbital, but it
looks as though he’s almost fully recovered from the injury, as he noted that
his headaches have subsided and that he’s been able to increase the intensity of
his workouts of late. While Thomas isn’t a candidate to play in the Knicks’ next
game Wednesday against the Cavaliers, he could be made active Friday if he’s
able to put in a full practice Thursday. Once he’s cleared to play again, Thomas
will wear a mask to protect his face from further injury.