Bruce Brown has posted 3.5 defensive rebounds per game this year, placing him among the best players in the NBA by this standard: 75th percentile.The Toronto Raptors have played at the quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games while playing at home.The Pacers have played at the 2nd-speediest tempo in the league this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Raptors.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and result in additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Raptors grade out 8th-best in in the league at home with 11.4 offensive boards per game this year.Bruce Brown should see a rise in performance in all facets of the game in light of having the home court advantage in this contest.
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