Jakob Poeltl has been called for 4.6 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 higher than he's been called for in all games this season.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 7th-least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 20 games, which ought to lead to decreased possessions for the Raptors.At home, the New Orleans Pelicans have allowed the 8th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.3) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).Jakob Poeltl will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage tends to decrease player performance in all facets of the game.
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