Jarred Vanderbilt has tallied 1.4 steals per game over the last 5 games, 0.6 more than he's tallied over the course of the season.Jarred Vanderbilt has been called for 1.1 personal fouls per game while playing at home this year, ranking in the 24th percentile -- among the league's lowest-fouling.The 3rd-speediest tempo home offense in the league over the last 20 games has been the Lakers.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home court, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Los Angeles Lakers.Jarred Vanderbilt will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium generally improves player production in all facets of the game.
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