Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been on the court for 32.1 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking him in the 85th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.This year when they are at home, the opposition's starting SGs have tallied 5.8 3-point attempts per game (23rd-most in the NBA) vs. the Trail Blazers, making this a positive matchup.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games away from their home court, which should boost plays for the Denver Nuggets.The Nuggets rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium tends to raise player performance in all facets of the game.
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