James Harden has tallied 7.4 defensive boards per game this year at home, placing him among the best in the league by this metric over this stretch of games: 96th percentile.Out of all players in the league, James Harden ranks in the 90th percentile for playing time, logging a massive 34.5 minutes per game this year.The Trail Blazers have played at the 7th-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 11 games away from their home stadium, which ought to lead to more possessions for the LA Clippers.The Clippers have been the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games as the home team (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new opportunities for scoring and assists).James Harden will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court tends to raise player performance in all stat categories.
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