Jabari Smith Jr. has put up 5.6 defensive rebounds per game since the start of last season, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA in this category: 92nd percentile.Jabari Smith Jr. has averaged 29.4 minutes per game since the start of last season, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 80th percentile.The Houston Rockets have played at the quickest pace in the league on their home court this year.The Nets have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games while traveling, which should increase possessions for the Rockets.Jabari Smith Jr. will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage usually increases player production in all facets of the game.
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