Jamal Murray has posted 3.7 defensive boards per game this year, ranking him in the 78th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this standard in recent days.Among all players in the league, Jamal Murray lands in the 98th percentile for playing time, registering a colossal 36.6 minutes per game this year.The Nuggets have played at the 4th-fastest pace in the league over the last 10 games.The Pistons have played at the 8th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games, which should boost opportunities for the Denver Nuggets.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and bring about extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Nuggets rank 9th-best in in the NBA at home with 11.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 13 games.
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