Deandre Ayton has put up 7.5 defensive 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 been the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).The Nuggets have given up the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.1) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Deandre Ayton will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium generally boosts stat production in all stat categories.
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