Jerami Grant has played 31.5 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 85th percentile.The Rockets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which ought to lead to more plays for the Trail Blazers.The Portland Trail Blazers rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Jerami Grant will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage usually increases player performance across the board.
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