Kris Dunn has averaged 3.7 defensive rebounds per game this year, ranking in the 79th percentile -- among the hottest players in the league by this metric in recent days.The Utah Jazz have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.The Utah Jazz have been the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Nuggets have given up the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.1) in the league to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Kris Dunn will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city tends to raises player performance across the board.
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