James Harden has averaged 4.5 defensive boards per game since the start of last season, placing him among the best players in the league in this category: 86th percentile.James Harden has been on the court for 32.4 minutes per game this year, ranking among the most used players in the NBA: 88th percentile.The 4th-fastest pace away team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the LA Clippers.The Dallas Mavericks have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the league at home this year, which should lead to increased opportunities for the LA Clippers.This year when they are playing at home, opposing squads have snagged 10.1 offensive boards per game (10th-lowest in the league) vs. the Mavericks (losing possessions that could otherwise result in bonus opportunities for offense).
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