Santi Aldama has posted 4.7 defensive rebounds per game since the start of last season, putting him in the 86th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest in this category recently.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 2nd-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Milwaukee Bucks have played at the 6th-most up-tempo tempo in the league this year, which should lead to more plays for the Grizzlies.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and create further chances for scoring and assists, and the Memphis Grizzlies rank 4th-best in in the NBA with 12.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Santi Aldama will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to raise player performance in all facets of the game.
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