Lakers' Howard to return tonight against Boston

According to Yahoo Sports, Lakers C Dwight Howard will return to the lineup tonight against the Boston Celtics. The 23-26 Lakers just released word that Pau Gasol will be out a minimum of 6-8 weeks with a torn plantar fascia in his right foot. 

Howard is averaging 16.5 poits and 11.9 rebounds in 43 games this season.