James Harden has posted 5.8 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 more than he's posted over the course of the year.James Harden has averaged 33.3 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA: 89th percentile.The Clippers are expected to get a boost in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the quickest pace offense in the league this year (the Pacers).The Clippers have been the 9th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games without the home court advantage (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).
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