Matisse Thybulle has averaged 3.2 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.6 more than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Trail Blazers will likely see a rise in possessions in this contest from facing the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play road offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Houston Rockets).Offensive rebounds continue possession and lead to further chances for scoring and assists, and the Portland Trail Blazers rank 30thbest in in the league on their home court with 13.5 offensive boards per game this year.Matisse Thybulle will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city usually raises player performance in all facets of the game.
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