Jabari Smith Jr. has compiled 8.2 rebounds per game while on the road this year, placing him in the 95th percentile -- among the NBA's best by this metric.Among all players in the league, Jabari Smith Jr. registers in the 85th percentile for playing time, averaging an enormous 31.9 minutes per game this year.The 5th-fastest pace-of-play away team in the league over the last 20 games has been the Houston Rockets.The Rockets are expected to get a boost in opportunities in this game from competing against the 6th-quickest pace team in the league over the last 5 games (the Clippers).The Rockets have been the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games away from their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new opportunities for scoring and assists).
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