Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has compiled 5.0 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 more than he's compiled over the course of the year.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has tallied 35.0 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 96th percentile.The Oklahoma City Thunder have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 20 games on their home court.The Suns have played at the 9th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home court, which ought to raise possessions for the Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).
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