Cole Anthony has committed 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most foul-prone players in the NBA (89th percentile).This matchup is a strong one for threes; when the Pelicans are playing at home, their opposition have compiled the 8th-highest 3-point rate in the NBA against them this year (36.2%).The Pelicans have played at the 2nd-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which should decrease opportunities for the Magic.The Orlando Magic rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games away from their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Cole Anthony will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium tends to worsens player performance in all stat categories.
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