Ausar Thompson has totaled 1.4 offensive boards per game this year, ranking in the 83rd percentile -- among the NBA's leaders by this standard in recent days.The 9th-fastest pace team in the league over the last 20 games has been the Pistons.The Pistons are expected to get a boost in possessions today from squaring off against the 7th-fastest tempo offense in the league over the last 20 games (the Toronto Raptors).The Detroit Pistons rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games as the home team (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).Ausar Thompson will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city usually improves player performance in all facets of the game.
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