Walker Kessler has totaled a terrific 4.4 offensive boards per game this season, a sizeable increase from his 2.6 offensive boards per game last season.Walker Kessler has been on the court for 29.7 minutes per game this year, some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA: 76th percentile.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 5th-quickest tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which should increase possessions for the Utah Jazz.The Jazz rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).Walker Kessler will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city usually improves stat production in all facets of the game.
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