Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 5.4 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 more than he's averaged overall this season.Among all players in the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander places in the 94th percentile for playing time, compiling a massive 34.7 minutes per game this year.The 6th-fastest pace team in the league this year has been the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Thunder will likely see a rise in possessions in this contest from sharing the court with the 9th-quickest pace team in the NBA this year (the Pacers).Offensive rebounds preserve possession and spark additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rank 5th-best in in the NBA away from their home court with 12.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
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