LeBron James has averaged 10.0 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 2.6 higher than he's averaged overall this season.LeBron James has tallied 35.4 minutes per game this year, seeing the court more than most players in the league: 97th percentile.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year.The Grizzlies have played at the 6th-quickest pace-of-play in the league this year, which should raise possessions for the Lakers.The Los Angeles Lakers have been the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).
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