Dennis Smith Jr. has put up 0.8 blocks per game over the last 5 games, 0.3 higher than he's put up in all games this year.Dennis Smith Jr. has been on the court for an impressive 24.3 minutes per game this year, significantly more than his 16.8 minutes per game last year.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games.The Spurs have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games away from their home court, which should lead to more plays for the Hornets.Dennis Smith Jr. will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home tends to raises player production in all stat categories.
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