Nikola Jokic has tallied 1.5 steals per game while playing at home this year, ranking in the 91st percentile -- among the NBA's best by this metric.Nikola Jokic has been on the court for 35.6 minutes per game since the start of last season, ranking among the most used players in the NBA: 96th percentile.The Oklahoma City Thunder have played at the 3rd-quickest tempo in the NBA away from their home city this year, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Nuggets.Nikola Jokic will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing on your home court tends to raise player performance across the board.
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