Rookie Nathan Jawai is targeting late January to make his NBA debut for the Raptors.

There were concerns about his playing career three months ago due to a heart ailment.

"The workouts are going great, and I'm getting into shape quicker than I expected," Jawai said Monday.

"Probably it's the end of the month, but who knows?"

Jawai was given clearance to resume workouts a few weeks ago with no restrictions.

"I haven't been doing anything for three months," Jawai said of getting back into game shape. "I'm probably over-doing it a bit, but I can't help myself. I'm too excited that I'm back."