Aaron Gordon has played 35.7 minutes per game over the last 10 games, 5.4 higher than he's played over the course of the season.The matchup vs. Los Angeles is a favorable one for three-point attempts; the opposition's starting PFs have averaged the 25th-most 3-point attempts per game in the NBA over the last 15 games when the Lakers are on the road (5.0).The Lakers have played at the 3rd-quickest pace-of-play in the league away from their home city this year, which should lead to increased opportunities for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets rank as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Aaron Gordon will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home usually boosts stat production across the board.
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