Santi Aldama has tallied 3.7 defensive rebounds per game this year, ranking him in the 78th percentile -- among the hottest players in the NBA by this standard in recent games.Santi Aldama has played an impressive 20.8 minutes per game this season, quite a bit higher than his 10.9 minutes per game last season.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league away from their home court this year.The Lakers have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league this year, which ought to lead to increased possessions for the Grizzlies.The Memphis Grizzlies check in as the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).
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