Kevin Durant has compiled 8.0 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.9 more than he's compiled overall this season.Kevin Durant has been on the court for 37.1 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 99th percentile.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 2nd-speediest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 15 games away from their home court, which ought to lead to more plays for the Suns.Over the last 5 games, opposing teams have nabbed 6.0 offensive boards per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Pistons (minimizing possessions that could otherwise lead to bonus opportunities for offense).
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