Boris Diaw confirmed that his conditioning is pretty good, and he should be ready to play in the second round following his back procedure.

Diaw was a full participant in both "lengthy" practices this week, a great sign for his availability in the second round. "It's been a process, getting back, staying in shape and being able to get the core back so I wouldn't feel any pain," he said. "It's been good so far. I think I'll be ready. I'm playing five-on-five already, and we don't play until Monday, so I should be good." His presence is especially important with Tiago Splitter (ankle) still sidelined.

Boris Diaw (back) went through his first full contact practice since surgery on Saturday, but he will not play on Sunday in Game 4 vs. the Lakers.

The Spurs don't need Diaw to sweep a decimated Lakers team, but it's a good sign that Diaw is already back in practice taking full contact. He should be available immediately in Round 2 barring a miraculous comeback by Los Angeles.

Boris Diaw (back surgery) has resumed light activity.

Diaw is not expected to play in Round 1, but he did travel with the team to Los Angeles for Game 3. He's roughly two weeks into a 3-4 week timetable.