Newly acquired forward Pau Gasol is expected to start for the Lakers when they take on the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night, according to the Los Angeles Times.

The only thing that would keep him out of the starting lineup is his sore back which caused him a miss his last few games with the Grizzlies.

"It's getting there, good enough to perform well," Gasol told the Globe. "I have it under control. I'm working hard with the trainers and physical therapists, and it's looking good."