LaMelo Ball has posted 6.7 rebounds per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA by this standard: 90th percentile.LaMelo Ball has averaged 32.2 minutes per game while at home this year, placing him in the 84th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Charlotte Hornets have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).While on the road, the Heat have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).LaMelo Ball will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home generally improves stat production in all facets of the game.
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