Deandre Ayton has totaled 10.1 rebounds per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league in this category: 98th percentile.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 8th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games while at home.The Timberwolves have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should increase possessions for the Suns.The Phoenix Suns rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Deandre Ayton will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage usually improves player production in all facets of the game.
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