Jalen Smith has posted 2.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 more than he's posted over the course of the year.The Indiana Pacers have played at the 9th-speediest pace in the NBA this year.The Pacers have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA this year, which ought to lead to increased possessions for the Hornets.Jalen Smith will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage tends to improves player performance in all facets of the game.
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