Dennis Smith Jr. has totaled 1.3 steals per game while playing at home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 93rd percentile -- one of the best in the league by this standard.The Magic have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games away from their home stadium, which should increase plays for the Hornets.Dennis Smith Jr. will enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city generally increases stat production across the board.
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