Donovan Mitchell has averaged 33.6 minutes per game this year, ranking among the most used players in the NBA: 92nd percentile.The Pistons have played at the 8th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to more plays for the Cavaliers.The Cleveland Cavaliers check in as the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).While playing on the road, the Pistons have allowed the 7th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.7) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Donovan Mitchell will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court generally boosts player performance in all facets of the game.
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