Herbert Jones has put up 3.2 assists per game over the last 10 games, 0.9 higher than he's put up overall this season.Herbert Jones has played 28.6 minutes per game this year, some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA: 75th percentile.The Spurs have played at the fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games away from their home city, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 9th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Herbert Jones will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city tends to raises player performance in all stat categories.
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