Fred VanVleet has averaged 33.2 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking him in the 88th percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the NBA.The Houston Rockets have played at the 7th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games while at home.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home city, which should lead to more plays for the Rockets.Fred VanVleet will possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing on your home court generally increases player performance in all stat categories.
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