Nicolas Batum has put up 0.8 blocks per game this year, ranking him in the 88th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this metric in recent days.The Clippers have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road, which should lead to increased possessions for the Spurs.Nicolas Batum will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium usually raises player performance in all stat categories.
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