Dwight Howard (knee) said that he will Saturday against the Nuggets, ESPN.com reports.

Howard (knee) said that he will Saturday against the Nuggets, ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

Howard was listed as doubtful on Friday but upgraded to probable on Saturday morning, and the 29-year-old eliminated any doubt as to his availability in the afternoon. The knee began troubling Howard on Nov. 17, and while initially he didn't think it was serious at all, the issue ended up costing him 11 games. Howard is averaging 18.8 points, 11.3 rebounds and 2.3 blocks in 33.5 minutes so far this season, though it would make sense if his minutes were reduced in his first few games back.