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Reggie Jackson has averaged 3.9 assists per game with the home court advantage this year, ranking him in the 84th percentile -- among the league leaders in this category.The Spurs have played at the 2nd-fastest pace in the league over the last 10 games away from their home city, which ought to raise possessions for the Nuggets.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and generate more opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Nuggets rank 10thbest in in the NBA while playing at home with 12.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.This year when they are on the road, the other team has grabbed 7.6 offensive boards per game (2nd-lowest in the league) against the Spurs (diminishing possessions that could otherwise lead to bonus chances for offense).Reggie Jackson stands to get a boost in effectiveness across the board as a result of holding the home court advantage in this matchup.
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