Elfrid Payton has sunk 62.5% of his shot attempts from the field since the start of last season, putting him in the 93rd percentile out of all players in the league.This year when they are playing at home, the opposing team's starting PGs have posted 24.4 points per game (highest in the league) vs. the Warriors, resulting in a strong matchup for offensive production.The Warriors have played at the 3rd-fastest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to boost opportunities for the Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Golden State is a good one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted a whopping 7.1 free throws per game this year when the Warriors are the visiting squad (most in the NBA).
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