Herbert Jones has tallied 38.6 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 8.5 higher than he's tallied overall this season.The matchup vs. Portland is a positive one for attempts from beyond the arc; when the Trail Blazers are on the road, the other team's starting SGs have tallied the 27th-most three attempts per game in the NBA this year (6.7).The New Orleans Pelicans check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).The Trail Blazers have given up the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.8) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Herbert Jones will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage usually raises player performance in all stat categories.
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