Eric Gordon has averaged 30.2 minutes per game while on his home court this year, putting him in the 77th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 2nd-quickest tempo in the league over the last 5 games while traveling, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Suns.This year, the other team has collected 9.0 offensive boards per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Sacramento Kings (reducing possessions that could otherwise create added opportunities for offense).Eric Gordon should get a boost in output in all facets of the game as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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