Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 34.7 minutes per game without the home court advantage this year, ranking in the 95th percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.The matchup against the Pacers is a favorable one; they have given up the 30th-most points per game in the NBA to the other team's starting SGs this year (19.6).The Oklahoma City Thunder have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Pacers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the league on their home court this year, which ought to increase possessions for the Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder check in as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games when playing on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).
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