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Tim Hardaway Jr. nears return and Knicks’ rotation changes expected

GREENBURGH, N.Y. — As the Knicks continue to prepare for Tim Hardaway Jr.’s return, some players should start preparing for a reduction in playing time.

The Knicks are listing Hardaway as questionable for Friday’s game at Minnesota. It’s the first time in six weeks that he’s been anything but out.

Whether he plays Friday or gets in another couple of workouts to make sure the stress injury in his lower left leg is ready for the pounding of an NBA game, changes are coming.

Lance Thomas has been starting for Hardaway. Michael Beasley, who is averaging 19.