Marcus Smart has attempted 4.9 3-point shots per game playing at home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 83rd percentile among all players in the NBA.The Grizzlies have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 15 games.The Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should lead to more possessions for the Grizzlies.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Memphis Grizzlies grade out 7th-best in in the NBA with 12.9 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games.Marcus Smart will likely see a spike in productivity for all stats due to enjoying the home court advantage in this contest.
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