DeMar DeRozan has averaged an impressive 1.6 steals per game this season, quite a bit more than his 1.1 steals per game last season.Among all players in the league, DeMar DeRozan places in the 91st percentile for playing time, registering an enormous 34.1 minutes per game playing at home this year.The Denver Nuggets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which should lead to increased possessions for the Sacramento Kings.DeMar DeRozan will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home generally raises player performance for all stats.
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