Trey Lyles has posted 4.6 rebounds per game this year, ranking him in the 75th percentile -- among the best in the league by this metric over this stretch.The 7th-speediest pace-of-play offense in the league over the last 20 games has been the Sacramento Kings.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 10 games, which ought to increase possessions for the Sacramento Kings.Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about further chances for scoring and assists, and the Kings grade out 9th-best in in the NBA with 12.1 offensive boards per game over the last 20 games.Trey Lyles will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court generally increases player production in all stat categories.
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