Donovan Mitchell has posted 7.0 assists per game over the last 5 games while on his home court, 1.5 higher than he's posted over the course of the year at home.Donovan Mitchell has tallied 35.9 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 98th percentile.The Cavaliers have played at the 4th-quickest pace-of-play in the league this year on the road, which should lead to more possessions for the Pelicans.The Pelicans have allowed the 10th-most offensive rebounds per game (10.1) in the NBA to the other team this year away from home (which can also create additional [OPPORTUNITIES_CHANCES] for scoring and assists).Donovan Mitchell will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court tends to boosts player performance in all facets of the game.
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