First he was a game-time decision. Later, it was announced that Ronnie Brewer would start at shooting guard and Rip Hamilton's return would be delayed yet again. Then, a few minutes before tipoff, it was announced that Hamilton would start after missing 14 straight games with a shoulder injury.
Hamilton has missed 37 games this season with groin, thigh and shoulder injuries.

Rip Hamilton is D-O-N-E.
He can now return to his previous role in Phantom of the Opera.