Franz Wagner has tallied an impressive 4.4 defensive boards per game this year, significantly more than his 3.2 defensive boards per game last year.Franz Wagner has averaged 31.7 minutes per game while playing at home this year, ranking him in the 84th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 6th-fastest tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Magic.The Orlando Magic rank as the 9th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA on their home court this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new chances for scoring and assists).Franz Wagner ought to get a boost in effectiveness in all stat categories on account of owning the home court advantage in this matchup.
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