Deandre Ayton has put up 3.6 offensive rebounds per game playing at home this year, ranking him in the 99th percentile -- near the top of the league by this standard.The Warriors have played at the 5th-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 5 games on the road, which ought to increase opportunities for the Trail Blazers.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and create additional chances for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers grade out 15thbest in in the NBA at home with 14.9 offensive rebounds per game this year.Over the last 10 games when they are on their home court, their opposition has collected 9.3 offensive rebounds per game (6th-lowest in the league) against the Golden State Warriors (losing possessions that could otherwise generate added opportunities for offense).Deandre Ayton ought to see an increase in performance in all stat categories in light of having the home court advantage in this contest.
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