Jeremy Lin got only his second start of the season for the Charlotte Hornets against the Toronto Raptors because of Nicolas Batum being out for the game. Batum was out with an illness and head coach, Steve Clifford, decided to roll with Lin in the starting line-up.
Lin did not disappoint with his play. He made the most of his opportunity and scored a game high 35 points to go along with four assists and five rebounds in a game high 47 minutes played. He made Clifford and the Hornets look very smart with their decision.