Nikola Jokic has totaled 9.4 defensive rebounds per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league by this metric: 100th percentile.Out of all players in the NBA, Nikola Jokic lands in the 91st percentile for playing time, posting a massive 33.8 minutes per game this year.The Nuggets rank as the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new chances for scoring and assists).The Miami Heat have given up the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).Nikola Jokic will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home generally boosts player performance in all stat categories.
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