Ausar Thompson has tallied 2.2 offensive boards per game this year, putting him in the 93rd percentile -- near the top of the league by this metric over this stretch of games.The 2nd-speediest pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 15 games has been the Pistons.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and spark further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Detroit Pistons rank 10thbest in in the league with 11.2 offensive rebounds per game this year.Over the last 10 games when they are on their home court, their opposition has nabbed 7.8 offensive rebounds per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Charlotte Hornets (lessening possessions that could otherwise lead to additional opportunities for offense).Ausar Thompson will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing on your home court tends to improve stat production for all stats.
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