Toumani Camara has compiled 1.9 offensive boards per game this year, ranking in the 90th percentile -- among the NBA's best by this standard recently.The Spurs have played at the quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to boost opportunities for the Portland Trail Blazers.Offensive rebounds continue possession and create additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers grade out 15thbest in in the league on their home court with 14.6 offensive boards per game this year.Without the home court advantage, the Spurs have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.1) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Toumani Camara will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court usually raises stat production across the board.
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