The Knicks could turn to guard Larry Hughes on Monday night against the Timberwolves.

New York may be without Nate Robinson due to a hamstring injury and rookie Toney Douglas looked lost against Dallas on Sunday.

That means Hughes could earn some time backing up starting point guard Chris Duhon.

"I'm prepared to go out and help the team," Hughes said. "I don't have any answers. It's his team. He does what he sees fit to get a win. I'm trying to do all I can do to be ready for the games."

When the Knicks were on a role in December, Hughes backed up Duhon.

"I'm comfortable in that role," he said. "The more I play, the better rhythm I get in, the better it is."

Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni wouldn't commit to playing Hughes on Monday.