Zach Collins has averaged 1.3 offensive rebounds per game this year, ranking him in the 79th percentile -- among the hottest players in the NBA in this category in recent days.The Spurs have played at the 9th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games.The Spurs are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from being pitted against the quickest tempo away team in the league this year (the Thunder).Offensive rebounds maintain possession and produce bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the San Antonio Spurs grade out 10th-best in in the NBA with 10.6 offensive boards per game over the last 14 games.Zach Collins will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city tends to improve player performance for all stats.
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