Bennedict Mathurin has posted 5.4 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 2.4 higher than he's posted overall this year.Bennedict Mathurin has played 33.6 minutes per game over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, 5.6 more than he's played in all games this season at home.The Indiana Pacers have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league playing at home this year.This year when they have the home court advantage, the other team has collected 9.0 offensive boards per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Pelicans (losing possessions that could otherwise result in further chances for offense).Bennedict Mathurin will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally raises player production across the board.
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