T.J. McConnell has posted 3.2 defensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.1 more than he's posted in all games this year.The Pacers have played at the 6th-quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The Pacers will likely get a boost in opportunities in this contest from sharing the court with the fastest pace offense in the NBA over the last 15 games (the Atlanta Hawks).T.J. McConnell will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to raise player performance across the board.
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