Steve Blake (ribs) is "expected to play" on Thursday against the Celtics. Blake took part in shootaround on Wednesday and said "I'm feeling pretty good." The point guard will wear a protective vest which he called a "bubble pad" to protect the damaged cartilage in his rib area. He's officially a game-time decision, but all indications are that he'll be back out on the floor after being out since January 11. Blake was averaging 7.2 points, 2.8 assists and 1.4 treys in 24 minutes per game prior to getting injured.