Onyeka Okongwu has totaled a whopping 7.2 rebounds per game this year, significantly higher than his 5.9 rebounds per game last year.The Atlanta Hawks have played at the quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games on their home court.The Atlanta Hawks rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).The 76ers have given up the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.9) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).Onyeka Okongwu will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home generally raises player production in all facets of the game.
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