Jalen Duren has tallied 1.1 blocks per game playing at home since the start of last season, placing him in the 92nd percentile -- among the league's best by this standard.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Pacers have played at the 4th-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which should raise possessions for the Pistons.Jalen Duren will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city generally increases player production across the board.
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