Jalen Smith has put up 0.7 blocks per game this year, placing him in the 85th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest by this standard over this stretch of games.The Bulls have played at the 2nd-speediest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The Golden State Warriors have played at the 5th-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which should raise plays for the Bulls.Jalen Smith will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually increases player performance in all facets of the game.
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