Malaki Branham has compiled just 0.5 defensive rebounds per game this season, quite a bit less than his 2.5 defensive rebounds per game last season.The San Antonio Spurs rank as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA without the home court advantage this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are playing at home, opposing teams have nabbed 12.4 offensive rebounds per game (5th-most in the NBA) against the Pelicans (retaining possessions that can generate bonus chances for offense).Malaki Branham ought to suffer a drop-off in effectiveness across the board due to playing away from hom in this game.
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