Michael Porter Jr. has averaged 4.8 defensive rebounds per game this year, placing him in the 87th percentile -- among the league's best in this category in recent games.The Nuggets have played at the 5th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games on the road, which should raise plays for the Pelicans.The Pelicans have given up the 2nd-most offensive rebounds per game (8.6) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 20 games (which also lead to new chances for scoring and assists).Michael Porter Jr. will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to boosts player production in all facets of the game.
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