Finney-Smith (face) is available for the second half of Thursday's game against the Bulls, Dave McMenamin of <ESPN.com> reports.
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Finney-Smith was able to receive medical care during the half after suffering a cut on his face.
He'll be available the rest of the way.
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Finney-Smith (face) is available for the second half of Thursday's game against the Bulls, Dave McMenamin of reports.
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