DeMar DeRozan has averaged 1.8 steals per game over the last 5 games, 0.9 higher than he's averaged in all games this year.DeMar DeRozan has been on the court for 35.1 minutes per game while playing at home this year, putting him in the 96th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Chicago Bulls have played at the 7th-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Wizards have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games away from their home city, which ought to lead to more plays for the Bulls.DeMar DeRozan will enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city generally increases player production in all stat categories.
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