Jalen Duren has averaged 3.5 offensive boards per game since the start of last season, placing him among the best players in the NBA by this metric: 99th percentile.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a spike in opportunities today from competing against the 10th-speediest pace offense in the league over the last 5 games (the 76ers).Offensive rebounds save possession and generate further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Pistons grade out 7thbest in in the league with 12.2 offensive rebounds per game this year.Since the start of last season when they are the visiting team, opposing squads have collected 9.4 offensive boards per game (2nd-lowest in the NBA) against the Philadelphia 76ers (minimizing possessions that could otherwise result in added chances for offense).Jalen Duren will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium usually improves player production for all stats.
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