Merrill is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the 76ers, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Merrill is moving to the starting lineup due to the absence of Jarrett Allen (knee), as Evan Mobley has moved to center and Peyton Watson will get the nod at power forward. Merrill is averaging 8.6 points and 3.5 rebounds per game while shooting 34.1 percent from three. This will be his first start of the season.