CJ McCollum has put up a mere 4.4 assists per game this year, quite a bit less than his 5.7 assists per game last year.The Pelicans have played at the 3rd-slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games as the road team.The Orlando Magic have played at the 2nd-least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games, which should decrease possessions for the New Orleans Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans rank as the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).CJ McCollum will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home stadium generally reduces stat production for all stats.
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