Dereck Lively II has tallied 3.2 offensive rebounds per game on his home court this year, putting him in the 98th percentile -- among the league's best by this standard.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and result in extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Dallas Mavericks grade out 11thbest in in the NBA when playing at home with 10.5 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.This year, their opposition has nabbed 9.6 offensive rebounds per game (3rd-fewest in the NBA) against the Magic (diminishing possessions that could otherwise generate more opportunities for offense).Dereck Lively II will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium usually improves player production across the board.
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