Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash has been out since the second game of the season and now says it will be a little more time before he's ready to step back on the court.

"I think it will be at least another two weeks," Nash said. "I can move. I can shoot. I just can't run full speed. And I'm not even in shape. I'll probably need at least a week of practice once I start running."

Nash fractured his left fibula in a collision with Portland Trail Blazers rookie Damian Lillard on Oct. 31. Since then the Lakers have struggled and it shows in their record as they are now 9-12. Nash's return has been anticipated for over a month now in hopes that his return will make a difference for the team who's lacking a floor leader on the court.

"I hope I can make a difference," Nash said. "I think the team is close to doing well on their own. It's hard. It's like a second training camp. The guys haven't had a lot of time to practice under (coach Mike D'Antoni).

"We really haven't had a chance to play together in a new system, and we're trying to fight through that."

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