Thomas Bryant has put up a terrific 4.3 defensive rebounds per game this season, a significant increase from his 3.0 defensive rebounds per game last season.The Denver Nuggets have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).The Pelicans have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (6.6) in the NBA to opposing clubs over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Thomas Bryant will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to boosts stat production in all stat categories.
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