DeMar DeRozan has averaged 28.0 points per game over the last 5 games, 4.5 more than he's averaged overall this season.Out of all players in the NBA, DeMar DeRozan rates in the 100th percentile for playing time, totaling a colossal 37.7 minutes per game this year.This year when they have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting PFs have totaled 21.1 points per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Hawks, making this a positive matchup for offensive performance.The Bulls are expected to see a spike in plays today from squaring off against the 7th-quickest pace offense in the NBA this year (the Atlanta Hawks).Offensive rebounds save possession and create further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Chicago Bulls grade out 6th-best in in the league as the home team with 11.9 offensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games.
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