Wendell Carter Jr. has tallied 6.6 defensive boards per game since the start of last season, putting him among the best players in the league by this metric: 95th percentile.The 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play home offense in the league this year has been the Orlando Magic.The Orlando Magic check in as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league playing at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).The Miami Heat have given up the least offensive boards per game (8.2) in the league to their opposition over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Wendell Carter Jr. will have the home court advantage in this game. Playing on your home court tends to improve player production in all stat categories.
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