Thomas won't start Monday's game against the Hornets, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

With Jarrett Allen (knee) back in the lineup, Thomas will retreat to the second unit. The rookie swingman has averaged 12.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 21.4 minutes per contest across five appearances off the bench so far this season.