Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged a terrific 2.2 steals per game this year, a sizeable increase from his 1.7 steals per game last year.Out of all players in the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rates in the 92nd percentile for playing time, tallying a colossal 34.6 minutes per game while playing at home this year.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 2nd-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to raise opportunities for the Thunder.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to see an increase in efficiency across the board in light of owning the home court advantage in this matchup.
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