Donovan Mitchell has posted 4.5 defensive rebounds per game this year, ranking in the 86th percentile -- near the top of the league by this standard over this stretch of games.Donovan Mitchell has played 35.5 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking in the 96th percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the league.The Cleveland Cavaliers will likely see a rise in plays in this game from sharing the court with the speediest pace offense in the league this year (the Wizards).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and produce bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Cavaliers grade out 5thbest in in the league with 12.5 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games.Donovan Mitchell will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally boosts player production in all facets of the game.
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