The Toronto Raptors have played at the 10th-fastest tempo in the league over the last 15 games.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 9th-fastest pace-of-play in the NBA while traveling this year, which should lead to more possessions for the Toronto Raptors.Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate further chances for scoring and assists, and the Raptors rank 9thbest in in the NBA at home with 12.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.This year, their opposition has come down with 10.4 offensive boards per game (9th-lowest in the NBA) against the Memphis Grizzlies (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce extra opportunities for offense).Gary Trent Jr. will likely see a spike in performance in all facets of the game considering controlling the home court advantage in this contest.
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