Christian Braun has compiled 5.0 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 higher than he's compiled in all games this season.Christian Braun has tallied an impressive 32.5 minutes per game this season, significantly higher than his 19.8 minutes per game last season.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games, which should lead to increased possessions for the Nuggets.The Nuggets check in as the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).Christian Braun ought to see a spike in efficiency in all stat categories considering having the home court advantage in this matchup.
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