Jalen Williams has put up 3.5 defensive rebounds per game this year, ranking in the 76th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest by this standard over this stretch of games.Out of all players in the league, Jalen Williams lands in the 79th percentile for playing time, registering a whopping 30.6 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 2nd-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to raise opportunities for the Thunder.The Kings have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.1) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Jalen Williams should see a rise in productivity in all facets of the game in light of holding the home court advantage in this contest.
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