Rudy Gay: (Knee) Starting Wednesday

Gay (knee) is starting Wednesday's contest against the Clippers.

Analysis:

Gay has been sidelined two games due to a left patellar tendon strain, but his return coincides with an absence by DeMarcus Cousins (calf), meaning the forward should be the focal point of the offense. In eight games this month before the recent respite, Gay averaged 24.8 points (on 51 percent shooting), 5.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, two three-pointers, 0.9 steals, and 0.9 blocks in 37 minutes.