Nick Richards has compiled 3.0 offensive boards per game while playing at home this year, putting him in the 97th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this metric.The Houston Rockets have played at the 6th-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Hornets.The Hornets rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).Nick Richards will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium tends to increase stat production in all facets of the game.
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