Jalen Johnson has tallied a whopping 8.4 defensive boards per game this season, significantly more than his 7.4 defensive boards per game last season.Out of all players in the NBA, Jalen Johnson ranks in the 98th percentile for playing time, totaling an enormous 36.6 minutes per game this year.The 3rd-most up-tempo tempo team in the league this year has been the Hawks.The Atlanta Hawks are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 9th-quickest pace team in the league over the last 5 games (the Spurs).Offensive rebounds maintain possession and lead to extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Atlanta Hawks grade out best in the NBA while playing away from home with 14.4 offensive boards per game this year.
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