Out of all players in the NBA, James Harden measures in the 87th percentile for playing time, compiling a massive 33.2 minutes per game while playing at home this year.The Clippers will likely see an increase in opportunities in this game from facing the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play home offense in the league over the last 13 games (the Trail Blazers).The Clippers check in as the 9th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games when playing on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).James Harden will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage generally increases player performance in all facets of the game.
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