Will the 5870 Video card run off...

I have a 5870 Video card in a 2012 Mac Pro using 2 power connections off the motherboard. No available power connections right now.
I need a spare power connection off the motherboard to run an Avid HDX card, (fan only), so will the 5870 Video card run ok split (Y) off one power connection?
I've got the cable, but I didn't want to just do it and ruin something.
Thanks for the help.

Mac Pro community is here.
How about using serial ata power connector for Avid HDX card and motherboard 2 power connectors for graphic card, if you do not install 4 HDDs?
serial ATA power connection

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