Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has posted 4.1 defensive boards per game this year, putting him among the best players in the league by this metric: 83rd percentile.Among all players in the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander measures in the 93rd percentile for playing time, totaling a whopping 34.2 minutes per game this year.The Thunder have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 15 games.The Grizzlies have played at the most up-tempo pace in the NBA this year, which ought to increase possessions for the Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder check in as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).
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