Nicolas Batum has totaled just 0.6 offensive boards per game this season, a significant dropoff from his 1.2 offensive boards per game last season.The 2nd-most sluggish tempo road team in the league over the last 5 games has been the Clippers.Offensive rebounds continue possession and produce more chances for scoring and assists, but the Clippers rank 8thworst in in the NBA with only 10.6 offensive boards per game this year.Nicolas Batum will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on the road generally decreases player production in all stat categories.
|