Gordon Hayward has tallied 30.8 minutes per game this year, some of the highest playing time of any player in the league: 81st percentile.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.The Charlotte Hornets rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new chances for scoring and assists).Gordon Hayward will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium generally improves player performance across the board.
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