Rudy Gay (eye) said he will play Saturday against the Grizzlies, Jason Jones of the Sacramento Bee reports.

Gay (eye) said he will play Saturday against the Grizzlies, Jason Jones of the Sacramento Bee reports.

Analysis:

Gay took a finger to the eye earlier in the week against Charlotte, and he sat out Tuesday's game in Portland, as well as Thursday's matchup with New Orleans. After returning to practice Friday, Gay will return to the court Saturday night, likely fitted with a pair of protective goggles.