Jimmy Butler has posted a terrific 2.6 offensive rebounds per game this year, a sizeable increase from his 1.8 offensive rebounds per game last year.Among all players in the league, Jimmy Butler comes in at the 80th percentile for playing time, logging a whopping 31.3 minutes per game this year.Out of all players in the league, Jimmy Butler registers in the 23rd percentile for personal fouls, averaging a measly 1.1 fouls per game while playing at home this year.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 6th-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home stadium, which should increase possessions for the Heat.Jimmy Butler will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home usually increases stat production for all stats.
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