Jalen Smith has posted 1.3 blocks per game over the last 15 games, 0.5 more than he's posted in all games this year.Jalen Smith has averaged 24.8 minutes per game over the last 15 games, 7.2 higher than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Indiana Pacers have played at the 4th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Rockets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace in the NBA this year, which should lead to more plays for the Pacers.Jalen Smith will possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage usually boosts player performance in all stat categories.
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