Steve Nash will likely be held out of Thursday's preseason game against Golden State, the OC Register's Bill Oram reports.

Nash will likely be held out of Thursday's preseason game against Golden State, the OC Register's Bill Oram reports.

Analysis:

If Nash is held out, it would only be for precautionary reasons, as the Lakers continue to be cautious with the veteran's health. Jeremy Lin figures to see an increased workload in Nash's absence.