RJ Barrett has compiled 5.7 defensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games, 1.3 more than he's compiled over the course of the season.Out of all players in the league, RJ Barrett registers in the 82nd percentile for playing time, putting up an enormous 31.2 minutes per game this year.The 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Toronto Raptors.Offensive rebounds save possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Toronto Raptors rank 15thbest in in the league on their home court with 14.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.RJ Barrett will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court generally boosts player performance in all facets of the game.
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