Joel Embiid has averaged a whopping 1.2 steals per game this season, quite a bit more than his 1.1 steals per game last season.Out of all players in the NBA, Joel Embiid registers in the 89th percentile for playing time, averaging a whopping 33.7 minutes per game while on the road this year.The 6th-speediest pace offense in the NBA over the last 6 games has been the 76ers.The Lakers have played at the 9th-speediest pace in the league with the home court advantage this year, which should raise opportunities for the Philadelphia 76ers.Joel Embiid will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city usually increases player performance across the board.
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