Jake LaRavia has averaged 1.6 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season, ranking him in the 83rd percentile -- among the NBA's best by this standard over this stretch.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 2nd-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Milwaukee Bucks have played at the 6th-most up-tempo tempo in the league this year, which should lead to more plays for the Grizzlies.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and create further chances for scoring and assists, and the Memphis Grizzlies rank 4th-best in in the NBA with 12.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Jake LaRavia will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium tends to raise player performance in all stat categories.
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