LaMarcus Aldridge returns to Spurs' starting lineup against Lakers

San Antonio Spurs forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge will start on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers.

What It Means:

Aldridge sat out Tuesday's game with an illness. He's averaging 23.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.5 blocks over his past four contests.

numberFire's metrics have Aldridge pegged for 18.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 blocks versus the Lakers on Thursday night.