Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 4.5 defensive rebounds per game this year, placing him in the 85th percentile -- among the league's best by this metric in recent days.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 34.3 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA: 90th percentile.The Houston Rockets have played at the 7th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 15 games, which ought to raise plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Thunder rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games as the home team (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stands to see a rise in performance in all stat categories considering owning the home court advantage in this contest.
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