Chris Paul has compiled 4.5 defensive rebounds per game since the start of last season, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA by this standard: 85th percentile.Chris Paul has played 31.8 minutes per game since the start of last season, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 84th percentile.The Kings have played at the 8th-fastest pace in the league away from their home court since the start of last season, which should raise possessions for the Warriors.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and bring about more chances for scoring and assists, and the Warriors rank 10thbest in in the league with 11.3 offensive boards per game since the start of last season.Since the start of last season when they are the visiting squad, opposing clubs have captured 9.9 offensive rebounds per game (9th-fewest in the league) vs. the Kings (losing possessions that could otherwise bring about more chances for offense).
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