Spurs' White says foot recovery 'going in right direction'

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SAN ANTONIO - Spurs guard Derrick White said Wednesday his recovery from a torn ligament in his left foot has been free of setbacks and is "going in the right direction."

White suffered the injury in a preseason game Oct. 10 at Atlanta. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said the next day the second-year pro would miss six to eight weeks.

But in the locker room before Wednesday's game with Indiana, White said there is still no firm timetable for his return.

"I'm just following the little progression they set for me, and I've been feeling good," he said.

In his pre-game session with reporters, Popovich said he didn't know "how much longer" it would take for White to return to action.

"He's on the court now, kind of walking around, trotting around, putting some weight on his foot," Popovich said. "No setbacks or anything, so he's on the right track."

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White said he's taking the in-jury in stride. He was slated to start at point guard after Dejounte Murray suffered a season-ending knee injury Oct. 7 in a preseason game against Houston.

"It's not frustrating," he said. "It could have been a lot worse. I try to keep positive and support the guys. I'll try to get back as soon as I can. Not rush it."