Kevin Huerter has compiled a whopping 4.9 defensive rebounds per game this season, quite a bit more than his 3.2 defensive rebounds per game last season.The 7th-fastest pace home offense in the league over the last 10 games has been the Kings.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and spark additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Sacramento Kings grade out 9thbest in in the league when playing at home with 12.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing clubs have brought down 9.7 offensive rebounds per game (5th-fewest in the NBA) against the Nuggets (losing possessions that could otherwise produce further chances for offense).Kevin Huerter should get a boost in effectiveness across the board due to possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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