Among all players in the league, Aaron Gordon rates in the 84th percentile for playing time, totaling a whopping 31.9 minutes per game this year.The matchup vs. the Kings is a strong one for 3-point shots; opposing starting PFs have compiled the 23rd-highest 3-point rate in the league this year (38.3%).The Denver Nuggets will likely see a spike in plays today from sharing the court with the 2nd-speediest pace offense in the league over the last 5 games (the Sacramento Kings).The Denver Nuggets rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games when playing on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).This year, the other team has come down with 9.1 offensive boards per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Sacramento Kings (diminishing possessions that could otherwise bring about bonus opportunities for offense).
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