Jakob Poeltl has compiled an impressive 4.0 offensive boards per game this season, significantly higher than his 2.9 offensive boards per game last season.Out of all players in the league, Jakob Poeltl registers in the 84th percentile for playing time, logging a whopping 32.5 minutes per game this year.The Toronto Raptors have played at the 7th-quickest tempo in the league over the last 5 games.The Raptors will likely see an increase in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 2nd-quickest tempo team in the NBA this year (the Chicago Bulls).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and create further chances for scoring and assists, and the Raptors rank 2nd-best in in the league with 13.2 offensive boards per game this year.
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