Gary Payton II has compiled 1.4 steals per game when playing at home this year, ranking in the 94th percentile -- among the NBA's leaders in this category.The Trail Blazers have played at the speediest pace in the league away from their home court this year, which ought to increase plays for the Lakers.Gary Payton II will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to raises stat production across the board.
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