Cory Joseph has posted 1.6 rebounds per game when playing away from home this year, placing him in the 20th percentile -- one of the worst in the league by this standard.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 6th-slowest pace in the league over the last 20 games.The Bulls have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games, which ought to reduce possessions for the Pistons.While playing at home, the Bulls have allowed the 8th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.0) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).Cory Joseph will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing while traveling tends to decreases player performance in all facets of the game.
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