The Pelicans will likely see a rise in opportunities in this contest from facing the 5th-fastest pace offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Cavaliers).The New Orleans Pelicans have been the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Jeremiah Robinson-Earl has attempted and missed 0.1 free throws per game when playing away from home this year, ranking him among the best players in the league by this standard: 25th percentile for misses on the road.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 5.8 free throws per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers, succeeding in their efforts to draw fouls.
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