Brooklyn @ Houston picks

Ziaire Williams has attempted 5.4 threes per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 higher than he's attempted overall this year. The Brooklyn Nets have been the most aggressive offense in the NBA over the last 25 games away from home with respect to shot attempts from downtown. Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, opposing starting PFs have attempted 7.6 foul shots per game (most in the league) vs. the Houston Rockets, easily managing to get to the charity stripe.

D'Angelo Russell has played a lowly 25.9 minutes per game this year, quite a bit less than his 33.0 minutes per game last year. D'Angelo Russell has been called for 2.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.9 higher than he's been called for in all games this season. The most lethargic pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 10 games has been the Brooklyn Nets. The Houston Rockets have played at the most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games at home, which should reduce possessions for the Nets. The Brooklyn Nets check in as the 7th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league when playing on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).

Out of all players in the NBA, Dillon Brooks measures in the 83rd percentile for playing time, putting up a massive 31.6 minutes per game playing at home this year. Offensive rebounds maintain possession and produce more chances for scoring and assists, and the Rockets grade out best in in the NBA with 14.6 offensive boards per game this year. Dillon Brooks will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home usually increases player production in all stat categories.