The Charlotte Hornets have been the 9th-least aggressive offense in the league this year with respect to 3-point attempts.The matchup vs. New Orleans is a difficult one for three-pointers; when the New Orleans Pelicans are on their home court, opposing starting SFs have totaled the 6th-least shots from downtown per game in the league this year (1.5).The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games.The Charlotte Hornets will likely see a decline in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the most sluggish tempo team in the NBA over the last 10 games (the New Orleans Pelicans).While playing at home, the New Orleans Pelicans have allowed the 5th-most offensive boards per game (11.9) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).
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