Nikola Jokic has tallied 32.1 minutes per game away from his home court this year, ranking him in the 87th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The matchup against Memphis is a strong one for 3-point attempts; when the Grizzlies are at home, the opposing team's starting Cs have averaged the 25th-most three attempts per game in the NBA this year (1.8).The Denver Nuggets have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league over the last 10 games.The Grizzlies have played at the fastest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the Nuggets.While at home, the Grizzlies have given up the 5th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).
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