Jabari Smith Jr. has been on the court for 30.9 minutes per game when playing at home this year, ranking in the 81st percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the league.The Mavericks have played at the 5th-speediest tempo in the league over the last 25 games away from their home stadium, which ought to raise possessions for the Rockets.The Rockets rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Jabari Smith Jr. will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium tends to boost stat production for all stats.
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