This year, opposing starting PFs have shot 40.8% on three-pointers (4th-highest in the NBA) against the Philadelphia 76ers, resulting in a favorable matchup.The 5th-most up-tempo tempo offense in the NBA over the last 10 games has been the Thunder.The Thunder are expected to see an increase in possessions today from sharing the court with the 9th-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the league over the last 5 games (the Philadelphia 76ers).Offensive rebounds preserve possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rank 8th-best in in the NBA with 12.0 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.Chet Holmgren will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to increase player performance in all stat categories.
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