Harrison Barnes has accumulated 1.0 personal fouls per game at home this year, putting him in the 23rd percentile -- among the NBA's least foul-prone.The Spurs have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games playing at home.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games away from their home city, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Spurs.The Spurs check in as the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Harrison Barnes will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage generally boosts player production for all stats.
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