LeBron James has put up just 7.2 rebounds per game this year, a sizeable decrease from his 8.7 rebounds per game last year.LeBron James has averaged 0.4 technical fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.3 higher than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Los Angeles Lakers have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).While playing at home, the Golden State Warriors have given up the 5th-most offensive boards per game (11.5) in the NBA to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new chances for scoring and assists).LeBron James will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on the road tends to reduce player production across the board.
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