Fred VanVleet has compiled 4.8 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.4 more than he's compiled over the course of the season.Among all players in the NBA, Fred VanVleet places in the 92nd percentile for playing time, registering a whopping 33.9 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year.The Rockets will likely see a spike in possessions in this game from facing the 6th-most up-tempo pace team in the NBA this year (the Nuggets).Offensive rebounds continue possession and lead to more chances for scoring and assists, and the Rockets rank best in in the league with 14.8 offensive boards per game this year.Fred VanVleet will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city tends to boost stat production in all facets of the game.
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