Dennis Smith Jr. has tallied 3.6 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.4 higher than he's tallied overall this season.The Nets will likely see an increase in possessions in this contest from sharing the court with the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (the Detroit Pistons).The Brooklyn Nets have been the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).Dennis Smith Jr. stands to get a boost in effectiveness for all stats in light of controlling the home court advantage in this game.
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