Dwight Howard: (Knee) Playing Saturday

Howard (knee) will take the court Saturday against the Warriors, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Coach Kevin McHale stated he'll play the center "as much as we can."

Analysis:

After coming down with a left knee sprain in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals Tuesday, Howard mustered a valiant effort Thursday, tallying 19 points, 17 rebounds, two steals, one assist, and one block in 40 minutes. Considering McHale's comment prior to Saturday's contest, Howard is likely poised to earn a similar amount of run in the must-win scenario.