Rudy Gobert has put up 8.3 defensive boards per game since the start of last season, placing him among the best players in the league by this standard: 99th percentile.Rudy Gobert has tallied 32.5 minutes per game this year, seeing the court more than most players in the NBA: 86th percentile.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a spike in possessions in this game from competing against the 5th-quickest tempo team in the league this year (the New Orleans Pelicans).Since the start of last season when they are on the road, opposing squads have collected 9.7 offensive boards per game (5th-fewest in the league) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans (lessening possessions that could otherwise generate additional opportunities for offense).Rudy Gobert will have the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home usually increases stat production in all stat categories.
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