The Brooklyn Nets have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to fewer possessions for the Oklahoma City Thunder.Offensive rebounds retain possession and produce bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Thunder grade out 1stworst in in the league with only 8.2 offensive boards per game this year.The Nets have allowed the 10th-most offensive boards per game (11.0) in the NBA to opposing clubs over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).Chet Holmgren will not hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city generally decreases player production for all stats.
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