Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has tallied 5.8 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 higher than he's tallied overall this season.Among all players in the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander slots into the 93rd percentile for playing time, registering an enormous 34.7 minutes per game this year.The Thunder are expected to see a rise in possessions today from facing the 4th-fastest tempo offense in the league this year (the Washington Wizards).Offensive rebounds retain possession and generate extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Thunder grade out 6th-best in in the league on their home court with 11.6 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium usually improves player production in all stat categories.
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