Lakers G Nash expected to start Game 2


Los Angeles Lakers guard Steve Nash (10) drives to the basket during game one of the first round of the 2013 NBA Playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash practiced Monday and expects to start Wednesday in Game 2 of their series against the San Antonio Spurs, according to Lakers sideline reporter Mike Trudell of twcsportsnet.com.

Nash scored 16 points in the Game 1 loss but has been dealing with back and hamstring injuries.

According to Trudell’s tweet, coach Mike D’Antoni said that Nash is probable to start Wednesday’s game at San Antonio.

Nash played in just 50 games this season due to injuries.