Lauri Markkanen has compiled 3.0 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 0.7 more than he's compiled overall this year.Lauri Markkanen has tallied 32.9 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking in the 85th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The Mavericks have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the league away from their home court this year, which should lead to more opportunities for the Utah Jazz.Offensive rebounds retain possession and result in more opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Utah Jazz grade out 2ndbest in in the NBA with 13.2 offensive rebounds per game this year.Lauri Markkanen stands to get a boost in efficiency in all facets of the game considering holding the home court advantage in this contest.
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