Kevon Looney has put up 3.4 offensive boards per game with the home court advantage this year, ranking in the 98th percentile -- among the NBA's best by this metric.The Spurs have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games on the road, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Golden State Warriors.The Warriors check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league while playing on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are at home, opposing teams have brought down 7.7 offensive boards per game (2nd-fewest in the NBA) against the San Antonio Spurs (losing possessions that could otherwise spark added chances for offense).Kevon Looney is expected to get a boost in effectiveness across the board in light of possessing the home court advantage in this game.
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