Out of all players in the league, Jerami Grant rates in the 95th percentile for playing time, registering an enormous 34.8 minutes per game this year.The Spurs have played at the quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to boost opportunities for the Portland Trail Blazers.Offensive rebounds continue possession and create additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers grade out 15thbest in in the league on their home court with 14.6 offensive boards per game this year.Without the home court advantage, the Spurs have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.1) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Jerami Grant will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court usually improves player production in all stat categories.
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