Kevin Porter Jr. has averaged 6.4 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games while at home, 2.6 more than he's averaged overall this season at home.Kevin Porter Jr. has tallied 38.4 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 7.6 higher than he's tallied over the course of the season.The Houston Rockets have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league on their home court this year.Without the home court advantage, the Warriors have given up the 5th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.5) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).Kevin Porter Jr. will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium usually raises player production in all facets of the game.
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