Jusuf Nurkic has totaled 9.7 defensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games playing at home, 1.5 more than he's totaled in all games this year at home.The Suns have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games.The Suns will likely see an increase in plays in this game from facing the 5th-fastest tempo road team in the league over the last 10 games (the Rockets).The Suns have been the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jusuf Nurkic will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court generally boosts player performance across the board.
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