Christian Braun has compiled an impressive 3.6 defensive boards per game this season, a big improvement over his 1.7 defensive boards per game last season.In comparison to last year's 14.5 clip, Christian Braun's playing time has jumped this year to 20.7 minutes per game.Offensive rebounds save possession and create further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Nuggets grade out 8thbest in in the NBA on their home court with 12.0 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.This year when they are playing at home, opposing teams have brought down 10.2 offensive boards per game (9th-lowest in the league) against the Rockets (lessening possessions that could otherwise bring about additional opportunities for offense).
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