Georges Niang has averaged an impressive 3.3 defensive rebounds per game this year, a big improvement over his 1.9 defensive rebounds per game last year.The Cleveland Cavaliers will likely get a boost in plays in this game from squaring off against the 3rd-quickest tempo team in the league over the last 5 games (the Mavericks).Offensive rebounds maintain possession and create additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rank 6thbest in in the league on their home court with 11.4 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.Georges Niang will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home usually boosts player production in all stat categories.
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