Naz Reid has put up 3.7 defensive boards per game this year, ranking him in the 80th percentile -- among the hottest players in the league by this metric recently.The Milwaukee Bucks have played at the 3rd-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home stadium, which should lead to more plays for the Timberwolves.Over the last 20 games when they are on their home court, the other team has secured 8.8 offensive boards per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) against the Bucks (shortening possessions that could otherwise create extra chances for offense).Naz Reid ought to see a spike in effectiveness in all stat categories in light of having the home court advantage in this game.
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