Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has put up 4.3 defensive boards per game this year, ranking him in the 82nd percentile -- among the league's best by this standard over this stretch.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played 33.7 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA: 85th percentile.The 2nd-quickest pace home team in the league over the last 9 games has been the Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to see an increase in possessions in this contest from facing the 5th-quickest pace team in the league over the last 5 games (the Trail Blazers).Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium usually boosts stat production for all stats.
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