Walker Kessler has compiled 3.0 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 0.4 more than he's compiled in all games this season.The 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league over the last 15 games has been the Utah Jazz.The Jazz have been the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).While on the road, the Hornets have given up the least offensive boards per game (7.9) in the league to the other team over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).Walker Kessler will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage generally raises stat production in all facets of the game.
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