Herbert Jones has committed 3.9 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the league (99th percentile).This year when they are playing at home, the other team has averaged 38.5% on threes (6th-highest in the NBA) vs. the 76ers, branding this as a strong matchup.This year when they are the visiting team, the opposition's starting SFs have tallied 10.1 shot attempts per game (9th-fewest in the league) against the Philadelphia 76ers, designating this as a difficult matchup.The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from facing the 5th-most lethargic pace road team in the NBA this year (the Philadelphia 76ers).The Pelicans check in as the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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