James Harden has compiled 5.2 defensive boards per game this year, putting him in the 91st percentile -- among the NBA's hottest by this metric recently.Out of all players in the NBA, James Harden lands in the 95th percentile for playing time, compiling an enormous 34.8 minutes per game playing at home this year.The LA Clippers are expected to see an increase in possessions today from being pitted against the 8th-quickest tempo away offense in the league this year (the Oklahoma City Thunder).James Harden will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium generally increases stat production in all facets of the game.
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