Among all players in the NBA, Deandre Ayton ranks in the 76th percentile for playing time, registering a massive 30.3 minutes per game this year.The number of 3-pointers attempted against Walker Kessler has been very high (3.2 per game) when facing fellow starting Cs this year (100th percentile).The Jazz have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 15 games while traveling, which ought to increase possessions for the Portland Trail Blazers.The Portland Trail Blazers check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new opportunities for scoring and assists).Deandre Ayton should see a spike in performance for all stats on account of having the home court advantage in this game.
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