Jaren Jackson Jr. has posted 4.6 defensive boards per game this year, ranking him in the 85th percentile -- among the hottest players in the league by this standard over this stretch of games.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the quickest pace in the league while at home this year.The Nuggets have played at the 9th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 10 games, which ought to lead to increased opportunities for the Memphis Grizzlies.Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Grizzlies grade out 5th-best in in the league with 12.6 offensive boards per game over the last 10 games.Jaren Jackson Jr. will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage tends to increase stat production in all stat categories.
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